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UK Poverty

Struggling families crave stability in uncertain times, study shows

Over a third of families (More than 2 million households) in the United Kingdom are earning below the minimum income needed for an acceptable living standard. A new study has taken a new look at life on a low income, starting not from the perspective of poverty and hardship but from a more positive description of what it is to participate in society and meet needs. Ref. Source 3e.

Poverty UK

Poorest dying nearly 10 years younger than the rich in 'deeply worrying' trend for UK. The gap between the life expectancy of the richest and poorest sectors of society in England is increasing, according to new research. Source 8s.

UK Poverty History & Civil Business Politics

I don't see it as a new trend but as a natural occurrence that has been happening for centuries. The rich have better access to the services that make them healthier and the poor don't.