Child poverty hit 12-year high before pandemic, government figures show

Fiona Simpson
Thursday, March 25, 2021

Child poverty hit a 12-year high before the Covid-19 pandemic affecting one in three children, government figures show.

More children risk being plunged into poverty, campaigners warn. Picture: Adobe Stock
More children risk being plunged into poverty, campaigners warn. Picture: Adobe Stock

Register now to continue reading

Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:

  • Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
  • Unlimited access to news and opinion
  • Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Register Now

CYP Now Digital membership

  • Latest digital issues
  • Latest online articles
  • Archive of more than 60,000 articles
  • Unlimited access to our online Topic Hubs
  • Archive of digital editions
  • Themed supplements

From £15 / month

Subscribe

CYP Now Magazine

  • Latest print issues
  • Themed supplements

From £12 / month

Subscribe