Local anti-poverty and cost of living initiatives set for cash boost

A total of 21 projects that pilot approaches to help to eradicate child poverty and boost incomes will be backed by almost £1.9 million across Scotland.   Through the Child Poverty Practice Accelerator Fund, 19 regions will benefit from new projects designed to support communities with the cost of living.   This includes:    Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said:   “Eradicating child poverty, supporting families and giving children the best start in life are the guiding principles of this government. That’s why we are investing in […]