Child poverty figures in the UK expected to be revised down
Summary
The UK government plans to revise child poverty figures as it believes past statistics did not accurately reflect household income. New data from benefit records will be used, which could lower past poverty estimates. The government aims to reduce child poverty by improving data accuracy and implementing targeted policies.Key Facts
- UK child poverty statistics will change, using benefit record data instead of just surveys.
- The current figures might not accurately show household income due to under-reported benefit income.
- New estimates could show fewer children were in poverty than previously reported, starting from 2018.
- Revised figures are expected to be lower, possibly changing past findings on child poverty.
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has prioritized reducing child poverty by 2029.
- Surveys previously estimated there were 4.5 million children in poverty, but this may change.
- The Family Resources Survey (FRS) informed past statistics by collecting data from over 19,000 UK households.
- A new data linking law from 2018 allows better integration of benefit records and survey data.
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