Record inflation is putting heightened financial strain on parents, which is having a negative impact on young children’s wellbeing and development, says research by the Nuffield Foundation.
It also warns that parenting programmes will fail unless the poverty families are facing is tackled.
“Such programmes are less likely to succeed if not combined with action to reduce pressure on families, such as improving household incomes,” said the charity.
“The research evidence shows that children who experience poverty and strong parenting skills can achieve good outcomes at age five.
“To close the disadvantage gap and improve children’s outcomes, policies are needed to both reduce pressures on families and improve parenting skills, using universal and targeted support.”
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