Child Poverty in Scotland

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Briefings for politicians Published 30 April 2008 Format: A4, 2 pages ISBN: Price per hardcopy: Free [downloads are free]

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Summary

A brieifing for the Westminster debate on child poverty in Scotland, written in response to the inquiry by the Scottish Affairs Committee. It highlights the barriers to work as a route out of poverty and the inequity of proposals to cut the backdating period for key benefits.