The rising cost of living is pushing child poverty to 'unprecedented' levels in parts of the UK, according to a new report.
A study by a cross-party group of lawmakerss found the problem is higher in the north of England than the rest of the country.
The government says it's raising benefits in line with inflation, and offering extra help to vulnerable families.
Co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group, Labour MP Emma Lewell-Buck, says the government's moves are failing to address the issue.
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A study by a cross-party group of lawmakerss found the problem is higher in the north of England than the rest of the country.
The government says it's raising benefits in line with inflation, and offering extra help to vulnerable families.
Co-chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group, Labour MP Emma Lewell-Buck, says the government's moves are failing to address the issue.
IN: 'These are...
OUT: ...the government.'
DUR: 15 seconds
http://www.fsnradionews.com/feeds/0124poverty-buck1.mp3