Calls for increased supports as ESRI report reveals one in five children living in povertyOne in five children are suffering from material deprivation, with almost a quarter million experiencing poverty, highlighting the need for increased child benefits.
Almost 230,000 children lack basic items such as strong shoes, a warm coat and nutritious meals - ESRINearly 250,000 children in Ireland are facing material deprivation, indicating a significant rise in child poverty.
Calls for increased supports as ESRI report reveals one in five children living in povertyOne in five children are suffering from material deprivation, with almost a quarter million experiencing poverty, highlighting the need for increased child benefits.
Almost 230,000 children lack basic items such as strong shoes, a warm coat and nutritious meals - ESRINearly 250,000 children in Ireland are facing material deprivation, indicating a significant rise in child poverty.