Policy books from CPAG
Free access to online versions of CPAG's books on child poverty.
Ending Child Poverty - why and how
This is an essential guide for anyone concerned about ending child poverty. The average class of 30 pupils now has nine children living in poverty. But this is not inevitable. Poverty is a political choice. We can stop it, and this book sets out how.
Published 2023
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Poverty in Scotland 2021
This book brings together contributions from leading experts, academics and practitioners to set out how various policy tools, from public finance, economic development and social care to social security, employment and transport can now be utilised to ensure the ambition of a Scotland free of poverty is realised.
Published 2021
Let's Talk About Tax
To reverse the increases in child poverty caused by cuts to working-age benefits and tax credits, the next government will need to increase tax revenue. Published to influence the thinking about the best way of doing this, the contributors explore our current tax system with its various direct and indirect taxes, and propose a strategy for reform.
Published 2019
Living Hand to Mouth
This book sheds light on hunger and poor diets, as well as families who are eating well despite having a low income. It asks who is responsible for making sure young people eat well and have access to adequate food for health and social participation, and includes recommendations from CPAG.
Published 2019
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