The abject failure of our society and governments to deal with the causes of poverty is laid out in the report published today by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation entitled: UK Poverty 2025: The essential guide to understanding poverty in the UK.
Sadly one conclusion that may be drawn from the appalling situation described in the report is that despite their posturing, hand-wringing and campaigning secular and faith organisations have achieved very little. Yes, they have alleviated conditions for some at point of need, but have failed miserably to persuade the public and government of the need for systemic change.
The voluntary sector has to get its act together, work much more closely in partnership and collaboration with each other and campaign with much more vigour to the point of direct action. Will they? Don't hold your breath.
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