The elections taking place on 6 May are a chance to send a message to the Westminster Government that urgent action is needed to end child poverty.

The pandemic has shone a light on the reality of child poverty in the UK. Before the pandemic 4.3 million children were growing up trapped in poverty. New research from the Resolution Foundation predicts that by the time of the next General Election, 730,000 more young people will be caught in poverty’s grip.

Members of the National Education Union see every day in their classrooms how child poverty limits the life chances of their students. On average 30% of children - or nine pupils in every classroom of 30 – are officially poor.

That’s why the NEU is calling on the Westminster Government to:

• Take action so that no child is left behind during and after the pandemic
• Develop a cohesive child poverty reduction strategy
• Commit to a target date by which child poverty will be eradicated in the UK.

The NEU Councillors Network is adding its support to this call and asking all candidates in the elections to pledge their support.

Will you pledge to do everything in your power as a councillor so that no child is left behind?

Thank you in advance for your support.

Best wishes for the election campaign.