Just as the ‘poverty line’ determines what’s required for basic living, we need a ‘wealth line’ to show when extreme wealth becomes harmful, says economist and philosopher Ingrid Robeyns

Our roadmap has been shaped by experts across the world. We call on political leaders at all levels to use it, says Olivier De Schutter and others

Free, nourishing sit-down meals for anyone who needs them isn’t just about providing nutrition and shelter. It serves as a beacon for hospitality premised on dignity, solidarity, and connection. In…

What does social security support look like in the US’ highly fragmented welfare system? How do cash assistance and food stamps support families in need? What has the notion of ‘End Welfare as We K…

What does social security support look like in the US’ highly fragmented welfare system? How do cash assistance and food stamps support families in need? What has the notion of ‘End Welfare as We K…

There has been a 181,000 increase in the number of zero-hours contracts since Labour was elected.

Part of the Inequalities Seminar Series Tuesday 10 February 2026 Speaker: Dr Keetie Roelen, Senior Research Fellow in Poverty and Social Protection and Co-Deputy Director at the Centre for the…

By Keetie Roelen“You need a new vacuum cleaner? Can you prove that your current one is really broken?” This was the response Hanny received from the welfare office in the Dutch city of Tilburg when…

Examining poverty reduction and welfare through the lens of empathy and dignity LSE Centre Building 2.04 and on Zoom  Speaker:Dr Keetie Roelen, Senior Research Fellow in Poverty and Social Protection ...

A report looks at transport inequality and finds one family spends £800 a month getting to school.

Joseph Rowntree Foundation finds problem is ‘deeper and more damaging than at any point in the last 30 years’

By Keetie Roelen“You need a new vacuum cleaner? Can you prove that your current one is really broken?” This was the response Hanny received from the welfare office in the Dutch city of Tilburg when…

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The replacement to the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties.

By Keetie Roelen“You need a new vacuum cleaner? Can you prove that your current one is really broken?” This was the response Hanny received from the welfare office in the Dutch city of Tilburg when…

By Keetie Roelen“You need a new vacuum cleaner? Can you prove that your current one is really broken?” This was the response Hanny received from the welfare office in the Dutch city of Tilburg when…

Net zoals iedereen gebaat is bij zekerheid en positieve steun, verdienen mensen in een armlastige situatie ons vertrouwen. Om waardigheid te waarborgen, en om armoede écht te bestrijden.

Researchers interview people living on three new-build estates in Milton Keynes.