The Latest Breaking News from Poverty

Scots council workers ready to strike over pay as cost of living pushes people into poverty

Unison sent a warning to political parties on the day Scots head to the polls.

Daily Record · May 5, 2022

Màiri McAllan: SNP has 'laser focus' on tackling rural poverty, says minister

A MINISTER is putting the spotlight on rural poverty ahead of the local elections ...

The National (Scotland) · May 4, 2022

People in poverty will suffer the most if Roe is overturned, Pa. experts say

PHILADELPHIA — If Roe v. Wade ends, people in poverty could find themselves in ever-worsening conditions — unable to stabilize their families, destined to augment the miseries and distress that already engulf them, advocates say.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · May 4, 2022

As Vietnam reopens, villagers seek more sustainable tourism

Villagers in remote Dien Bien Phu are looking to traditional homestays to encourage tourism without overdevelopment.

Al Jazeera · May 4, 2022

Glasgow shop selling single nappies as parents 'can't afford full size packets' from supermarkets

The community 'cabin' shop in Cranhill, which stocks different sized nappies from 5p to 15p, also offers food in small quantities.

Daily Record · May 3, 2022

Glasgow shop selling one nappy at a time to help families battling cost of living crisis

The community shop is run by a development trust providing vital services to the area, and also offers small quantities of food, single batteries and single toilet rolls to help struggling families.

Glasgow Live · May 3, 2022

Government to consider impact of UK energy efficiency plan on poor households

Officials admit they did not conduct equality assessment before launch of heat and buildings strategy

The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2022

Local elections 2022: Greens have answers where old parties are failing

This country is in crisis. Inflation sky-rocketing, more and more people having to rely on foodbanks or choose between heating their home and eating, millions of children in poverty. There is a horrific war in Europe, and the climate emergency is only getting more urgent.

Evening Standard · May 3, 2022

Glasgow police on the scene of Clydebank oil protest as activists blockade terminal

Activists are holding a peaceful protest against the current energy crisis that is 'pushing people into poverty' at an oil terminal in Clydebank and are calling for action by the UK Government.

Glasgow Live · May 3, 2022

Housing pressure on Hunter region's domestic violence services puts Labor, Coalition on notice

Support services say both major federal parties need to step up with too many women staying in unsafe homes and fearing poverty if they flee domestic violence.

ABC News · May 3, 2022