Scottish charity criticizes politicians for inaction on rising extreme poverty affecting over one million Scots, including 25% children.
A charity in Scotland criticized politicians for lacking courage in addressing rising extreme poverty, with over one million Scots affected, including 25% being children. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation's report highlights a significant increase in "very deep" poverty, exacerbated by the two-child benefit cap. Both the Scottish and UK governments are urged to collaborate and address social security issues effectively, moving beyond political divides to alleviate poverty.
October 07, 2024
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