The Latest Breaking News from Poverty

The UK government has announced an expansion of free school meals in England. Starting from September 2026, all children in households receiving universal credit will qualify, removing the previous income cap of £7,400 per year.

Zambia, like many African countries, is facing a crisis over clean cooking fuel. Over 80% of the population still relies on polluting fuels like charcoal and firewood. This exposes families to toxic indoor air, deepens poverty and gender inequality, drives deforestation, and adds to climate change.

Scotland is leading the way in reducing child poverty in the UK, a new report has found

Meanwhile, England and Wales have seen a 15% increase over the same issue, according to the Big Issue.

Editorial: The welfare system needs to change. But these over-hasty cuts will increase poverty, not employment

Child poverty levels have risen by more than 15 per cent to include over a third of children

Public childcare network is a win for everyone – kids, parents and the government, and the Quebec model is a shining example

The Fraser of Allander Institute said improving the industry could help the Scottish Government meet its child poverty targets.

NVI's work is grounded in shifting a 'victim mindset' toward a belief in self-empowerment, particularly important in post-colonial societies where people still carry the psychological weight of historic oppression.

Australians stuck below the poverty line struggle to afford to take their children to school or have hot showers, according to a major charity.

Andy McDonald asked for further evidence on how many people will lose out on Personal Independence Payments (Pip) as a result of welfare reforms.