Now Labour are in government, she is curiously quiet about the end the Benefit Cap or NRPF, policies directly responsible for child poverty in the North East.

The North East Child Poverty Commission and countless community organizations have made it clear: poverty is a policy choice. Families are struggling under a system that punishes them for being poor, yet Labour is offering only failure.

In early 2023, we ran workshops on resisting bailiffs, stopping forced prepayment meters, and building community protection. Read how we organised, what we learned, and how to take action today.

After our cost of living crisis event, we built a rapid response network to resist bailiffs and forced prepayment meters. Learn what we discussed, the actions we’ve taken, and how to get involved.

Our Cost of Living and Debt Community Meeting brought people together to discuss debt, bailiff resistance, and collective action. Learn key takeaways and how to get involved in fighting back against unfair costs.