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Work and pensions secretary Pat McFadden says more must be done to lift people out of hardship and help them into work

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The new strategy lays out Britain’s social disgrace in painful detail. But it also offers hope and a clear way forward that is worthy of a leftwing party, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

Starmer hails child poverty strategy as a ‘moral mission’ which will include measures to help with childcare and getting families out of temporary housing

The Prime Minister said action to tackle child poverty could help the economy in the long-term and ease pressure on public services.

From tackling child poverty to being honest about Brexit, the party seems to have recognised the growing electoral threat to its left, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The plan comes amid a record high of 4.45 million children living in poverty in the UK.

While Sir Keir Starmer said tackling poverty is a ‘moral mission’ for him, campaigners have expressed concern the strategy lacks ambition

About 37.9 million people in the U.S. are living in poverty in 2025, according to the Census Bureau. Meanwhile, the top 1% of households control 35% of the nation’s wealth. This widening gap paints a sobering picture of economic disparity. Baby Boomers, a generation known for its work ethic and…

Government says series of measures, including childcare support, will lift 500,000 out of poverty

Sir Keir is also expected to meet campaigners and MSPs to discuss his government’s child poverty strategy.