Proceeding contribution from Angus Brendan MacNeil (Scottish National Party) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 1 May 2008. It occurred during Debate on Child Poverty in Scotland.

Child Poverty in Scotland

That is true. The Scottish Government’s aim, as part of their economic strategy, is to raise the proportion of income earned by the bottom 30 per cent. by 2017. That is a radical step and would put Scotland at the forefront of efforts to tackle poverty and inequality.

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Type: Proceeding contribution
Reference: 475 c514
Session: 2007-08
Chamber / Committee: House of Commons chamber
Subjects: Children Families Poverty Low pay Scotland Taxation
Link: View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk

Child Poverty in Scotland

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