This course provides an introduction to the analysis and measurement of the welfare of individuals and societies, examining concepts, measurement and data, as well as providing illustrations. The aims ...

The chancellor has earmarked several billion pounds in draft spending cuts to welfare and other government departments ahead ...

A unique analysis of district-level data reveals why inequality is so destructive to the household consumption welfare of people living below the poverty line. During negative economic growth, the ...

Britain’s social safety net is one of the weakest in the rich world and its poorest households are worse off than counterparts in Slovenia, according to analysis that shows jobless benefits have ...

The number of applications for welfare benefits totaled 255,897 in 2024, the highest since current tallying methods were ...

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall is announcing changes to the welfare system - set to include big money cuts to benefits. Watch and follow live.