Child poverty in the UK has surged to record levels, and the data is brutally clear: the rise isn’t just “substantial” — it’s one of the worst increases in the developed world. The UK has seen the largest increase in relative child income poverty of all 37 high‑income countries between 2013 and 2023 — aContinue reading “Record Rise. Rich Nation. Kids Suffering”
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In The Budget, Jeremy Hunt Targets Smokers And Vapers
The price of a packet of cigarettes could hit £16 as Jeremy Hunt targets smokers and vapers in the budget. To discourage kids from being drawn to vaping devices, the Chancellor plans to introduce a new tax that will generate income for the Treasury. Tobacco levies will be increased in the budget package the followingContinue reading “In The Budget, Jeremy Hunt Targets Smokers And Vapers”
THE MONTHLY MOSQUITO 