Skip Navigation
Stuff and Such @lemmy.world zecg @lemmy.world

"Stereotypes pitting "scroungers" against those in "genuine" need have been especially acute in the age of austerity."

phys.org Stigma against benefits has made devastating poverty acceptable in Britain

Britain is in a poverty crisis. Over 14 million people (1 in 5) are living in poverty. Of these, 4 million, including 1 million children, are classed as destitute: regularly unable to meet basic needs for shelter, warmth, food and clothing.

Stigma against benefits has made devastating poverty acceptable in Britain
1
1 comments
  • The UKs biggest scroungers, biggest welfare queens, are also the richest. They pay little to no tax. They hoard capital, property, to drain regular people of their money.

    Solve the billionaire problem