Coronavirus: Child poverty predicted to rise warns social mobility watchdog

Annette Rawstrone
Wednesday, June 10, 2020

Around 600,000 more children are living in relative poverty compared to eight years ago - a number that is projected to increase markedly as a result of Covid-19, the Social Mobility Commission has warned.

By the age, of five children in poor areas already face limited life prospects, the report says
By the age, of five children in poor areas already face limited life prospects, the report says

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