Numbers in enforced deprivation up 25%
The Survey of Income and Living Conditions released by the Central Statistics Office for 2009 shows the Government’s target of eliminating consistent poverty has taken a clear hit, with levels rising from 4.2% in 2008 to 5.5% last year.
Particular increases were noted for children under 17 years, households headed by an unemployed person, those in rented accommodation and students amongst others.
