Gap between rich and poor widens, says group

THE gap between rich and poor is wider than ever, according to a study published today.

The report says the Government cannot deliver its promises on social housing, social welfare, and public transport, while retaining the lowest tax-take of any EU country.

The annual review of government policy by the CORI Justice Commission, an umbrella group for religious orders, shows a trend of growing poverty rates, a widening gap between rich and poor and comparatively low levels of government spending on social protection.