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For many families, life has been increasingly difficult since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. It has affected every aspect of our lives; the way we work, travel and spend time with those we love and care about. It has not only been emotionally difficult, but also financially uncertain, and for some families this has had a life changing impact.
Families already affected by poverty and deprivation face additional challenges and some families are finding themselves unable to manage.
Access to basic necessities such as food can be difficult and poverty in itself can also be stigmatising, having an adverse impact on children and young people’s emotional wellbeing, education and later lives.
According to government statistics, 30% of UK children are currently affected by poverty.
