Poverty5 days agoMum praises charity's free half-term craft sessionsThe community organisation provides free activities and food for families during school holidays.5 days ago6 days agoNew £27m funding to tackle causes of povertySandwell Council leader Kerrie Carmichael says they hope it will make a big difference in the area.6 days ago6 days agoThe teacher who won $1m for turning India's slums into open-air classroomsRouble Nagi has spent the last three decades promoting learning among India's marginalised communities.6 days ago6 days agoChild poverty figures in the UK expected to be revised downOfficial figures going back to 2018 are set to take billions in under-reported benefits income into account.6 days ago10 Feb 2026Can solar panels turn around one of Scotland's most deprived communities?A community energy scheme is expected to raise about £1m which will be spent on projects in the Wallacetown area of Ayr.10 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Sleeping pods for homeless 'very successful'The four units are giving rough-sleepers "a safe, dry place to live temporarily" in Skegness.3 Feb 20262 Feb 2026The 'fantastic' baby bundles not every mum will getBaby boxes are being delivered to expectant families in some of Wales' most deprived areas.2 Feb 202621 Jan 2026Child poverty enterprise delivers first bedsRise and Shine is providing free or heavily subsidised beds and bedding to children across Norfolk.21 Jan 202612 Jan 2026Charity 'honoured' by Sophie visit to new headquartersThe Duchess of Edinburgh is patron of The Lighthouse, a charity supporting people facing hardship.12 Jan 2026...
