North Cornwall has 'highest child poverty in South West'

Campaigners are claiming North Cornwall has the highest levels of child poverty in the South West.

The group, which consists of more than 120 organisations, says there are more than a quarter of children in poverty in almost 64% of constituencies in the region.

It's telling calling for political parties to prioritise child poverty in their campaigns - including committing to the removal of the two-child limit to benefit payments and the benefit cap.

Joseph Howes, CEO of Buttle UK and Chair of the End Child Poverty Coalition, said:

"Child poverty is an urgent issue that demands decisive action.

"The data is undeniable – too many children are in a cycle of deprivation that affects their health, education, and future prospects.

‘It is time to dismantle these barriers and the elections will provide a critical platform for committing to systemic changes to uplift families and give every child the opportunity to thrive."

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