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Thu, 16 Jul 2026

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 Calls for government taskforce to tackle poverty

Charities, schools and businesses warn too many families are struggling with the cost of living.

* Over a third of Jersey homes are struggling financially
* A coalition of charities, schools, and businesses has called on the government to create a taskforce to tackle poverty
* The group says incomes have "stagnated" while the cost of living has risen sharply, leading to impossible choices for low and middle-income families
* Evidence suggests one in four children are living in relative low income households and more than a third of homes are struggling financially
* Organisations warn that if issues are not addressed, Jersey could see reduced participation in the workforce, increased pressure on health and education services, and poorer outcomes for children and young people
* Recommendations include working with signatories to understand family needs, developing sustainable solutions, and building a joined-up approach to family wellbeing.