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Tory police cuts are only part of the ongoing crisis affecting victims of crime

Austerity affected courts, prisons and public services while rates of poverty surged, creating the conditions for more crime

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Argentina’s austerity year: painful cuts, rising poverty and a geopolitical gamble

Editorial: In his first 12 months Javier Milei has imposed drastic economic measures – sparking protests while banking on an IMF bailout

The Guardian - UK

Haiti's future remains 'hanging in the balance' 15 years after earthquake

Remembrance of the catastrophic earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010 comes as the country faces major challenges, including gang violence and extreme poverty.

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First Minister to announce £3m scheme to combat child poverty

JOHN Swinney will urge Scottish people to “think big and act bold” when he announces proposed measures to tackle child poverty on Wednesday.

The National (Scotland)

Two-child cap not the only lever we have to tackle poverty, says Rayner

The Deputy Prime Minister was speaking in Glasgow on Thursday.

Evening Standard

The Cheapest Places To Retire in the US

When you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, cost of living is a crucial factor to consider.

Kiplinger

SNP hail analysis that ending two-child cap 'will help 50,000 Scots children'

THE SNP have said that their mitigation of the UK Government’s two-child cap will be a “lifeline” for 50,000 Scottish children, citing a new…

The National (Scotland)

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Anas Sarwar under fire on two fronts after 'throwing in towel' on SNP Budget

THE Scottish Government has hit back at Anas Sarwar for claims he made about the two-child cap during an interview with the BBC...

The National (Scotland)

Social Justice Secretary to announce Scottish Budget will eradicate child poverty

The Social Justice Secretary is to pledge to eradicate child poverty through warm safe homes, sustainable jobs and benefits.

The National (Scotland)

Social Justice Secretary to announce Budget will eradicate child poverty

Shirley-Anne Somerville will make the announcement later on Tuesday.

Evening Standard

Nigeria’s economy in 2025 doesn’t look bright – analyst explains why

Nigerians may be wondering whether the year 2025 will bring the “renewed hope” promised by the President Bola Tinubu administration – or whether they are in for another year of economic despair.

The Conversation

Viola Davis Says "Magic" of Acting Helped "Teleport" Her Out of Poverty in Emotional Golden Globes Speech

The actress won the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes.

Marie Claire

‘A precarious perch’: In India, too many escape poverty only to slip right back into it

The forecast was cloudy skies with the possibility of light rain or thunderstorms. But on the morning of India's 77th independence day, on August 15, 2023, things moved as planned in New Delhi.

Newslaundry

Give working parents help with childcare and commuting costs, UK thinktank says

Child poverty plan must address the 70% of families with at least one parent in work, Resolution Foundation says

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UK charity steps up campaign against child hygiene poverty

The Multibank, founded by Gordon Brown, receives boost with Amazon-led drive for 250,000 items this month

The Independent UK

Anti-child hygiene poverty charity steps up campaign

Former PM Gordon Brown founded The Multibank.

The Guardian - UK

More than 2,200 people died in Mediterranean in 2024, UN finds

Figure includes hundreds of children, who make up one in five migrants trying to reach Europe fleeing war and poverty

The Guardian - US

Infrastructure neglect and poverty lead to parasites in the Mississippi Delta

New research suggests parasitic infections in US south are far more widespread than previously acknowledged

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The National (Scotland)

John Swinney targets child poverty, economy and public services in New Year message

First Minister John Swinney reflected on a “remarkable year” in his New Year’s message...

Reason

This Holiday Season, Remember That Charity Is More Effective Than Government

Charities can focus resources on those who genuinely need a hand while saying no to those who just need "a kick in the butt."

The National (Scotland)

Trade union calls for ‘immediate mitigation’ of two-child cap in Scotland

Ministers are facing calls to speed up plans to effectively scrap the two-child cap on some benefits in Scotland.

The Guardian - UK

Labour urged to lead global debt relief effort as cost of repayments soars

Campaigners call for action in 2025, as crippling repayments prevent spending to cut poverty and tackle climate crisis

The Independent UK

Turkey's soaring costs are creating a 'lost generation' of kids forced to help their families get by

One-third of Turkey's children live in poverty, with many forced to work to support their struggling families

The Independent UK

‘They stay awake in school’: The children who used to sleep in classroom corners that now have their own beds

After The Independent’s Christmas campaign last year bought 900 beds for youngsters, one mother says her three children are sleeping much better now that they proudly own bunk beds

The Independent UK

One million families with children face fuel poverty this Christmas, analysis shows

West Midlands and Yorkshire are worst affected by fuel poverty, analysis of government data shows

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