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Where is child poverty increasing in the UK?

In 2024/25, 4 million children were living in poverty across the UK. Explore the latest official figures from the DWP’s annual poverty statistics.

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Child homelessness in Scotland

Child homelessness in Scotland affects thousands of young people. Learn about the issue and how our services provide vital support.

Poverty

Young carers: who are they and why do they need support?

This Young Carers Week, we look at what it means to be a young carer. How does this shape their childhood? What impact does it have and how can you help?

Young carers

How does poverty affect children’s mental health?

Discover how child poverty affects mental health in the UK, increasing anxiety and low self-esteem, and how Action for Children helps.

The cost of back to school shopping

We explore rising school expenses, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill, and the support available for families.

The Milburn Review interim report: our analysis

Our Senior Policy Advisor, Scott Compton, explores where the Milburn Review is strongest, and where it falls short on welfare.

What a day looks like for foster carers Colin and Marie

After 14 years of fostering with Action for Children, Colin and Marie share a glimpse into their daily life as foster carers.

Supporting early years development with Early Years Practitioner, Jerome

Only 2% of Early Years professionals in England are men. In this blog, Early Years Practitioner Jerome from Action for Children’s Spring Nurseries shares what a typical day looks like and why he loves his role.

What is Secret Santa and why is it important?

Discover how our Secret Santa Christmas appeal could provide vital support to vulnerable families during the festive season.

The Child Poverty Strategy: a long overdue step forward

Last week the UK government published Our Children, Our Future, the first child poverty strategy in nearly 15 years. It involves the two-child limit being scrapped in full.

How teachers go above and beyond to keep children learning

Our latest research shows that teachers are stepping in where other services for children are overburdened.

Spending Review: Welcome progress, but falling short

What the 11 June 2025 Spending Review means for children, young people and families, with a focus on England‑only funding decisions.