Inequalities amplified

This new report, from CPAG, Runnymede Trust and Women’s Budget Group, shows that racial inequalities in child poverty are particularly stark. Over half of children from Black, Pakistani and Bangladeshi backgrounds are likely to grow up in poverty. Economic structures that reinforce gender inequality and entrench systemic racism mean that certain groups, including women, children and Black and minority ethnic families are much more likely to be living in poverty.

Child poverty is policy responsive. The government needs to put in place a strategy to deliver long-term reductions in child poverty and inequality.