Scottish Government to review child poverty targets amid warnings they will be missed

Scottish Government to review child poverty targets amid warnings they will be missed

The Scottish Government will review the way it measures its legally-binding targets to reduce poverty amid warnings they will be missed, the Social…

News: Parliament can ensure child poverty commitments aren't watered down

The Scottish Government says it is to review the targets used to define child poverty in Scotland. The Poverty Alliance has joined Aberlour, the Child Poverty Action Group, the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, One Parent Families Scotland, Save the Children, and Trussell Trust, to issue a joint statement. “It is welcome that the Scottish Government is repeating its commitment to eradicating child poverty, but ministers cannot ignore that part of the …

A brighter future for every child

The type of targets used to measure the impact on child poverty will be reviewed to ensure continued progress in improving families’ lives.   Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said the Scottish Government will begin the review this summer in consultation with children and families, charities and public bodies.