Quote by Iain Duncan Smith

For families across the UK who are income-poor, but more than that, whose lives are blighted by worklessness, educational failure, family breakdown, problem debt and poor health, as well as other problems, giving them an extra pound - say through increased benefits - will not address the reason they find themselves in difficulty in the first place.

For families across the UK who are income-poor, but more tha

Summary

This quote highlights that simply providing financial assistance, such as increased benefits, to income-poor families in the UK is not enough to solve the overall challenges they face. These families endure a multitude of interconnected issues including joblessness, inadequate education, fractured relationships, overwhelming debt, and health problems. Merely giving them an additional pound would not fundamentally address the underlying causes that have trapped them in such difficulties. To create lasting change, a more holistic approach addressing the root problems is necessary.

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By Iain Duncan Smith

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