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Communicating net zero and the cost of living crisis
Academics from Leeds blog about public views of the cost of living crisis and climate policies.
Benefit deductions are deepening poverty in Leeds
Leeds residents are increasingly having to borrow from loan sharks and high-interest lenders to meet their basic needs because of issues with their benefits, according to new research.
New research reveals a ‘Hidden universe of uncertainty’
New research on the reliability – and credibility – of scientific research has been published by Dr Eike Mark Rinke, Lecturer in Politics and Media.
Leeds academic warns wrong approach to raising benefits will have 'dire consequences'
Raising benefits in line with earnings – not inflation – will make things worse for low-income households in the coming years.
Cost of living crisis highlights racial inequalities
Black and minority ethnic people are disproportionately falling faster and further below the poverty line amidst the cost of living crisis, according to a new report.