GGC - Education Health and Wellbeing
What is poverty?
‘Individuals, families and groups in the population can be said to be in poverty when they lack resources to obtain the type of diet, participate in the activities and have the living conditions and amenities which are customary, or at least widely encouraged and approved, in the societies in which they belong.” (Peter Townsend,1979) This is one definition. Poverty isn’t fixed and is relative to the typical living standard in society.
In Glasgow 1 in 4 children are currently living in poverty. In some areas this may be higher. For more information click here 
Poverty impacts health and wellbeing. Poor health increases the risk of poverty. The current cost of living crisis could impact on existing inequalities. Research by Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) shows four main pathways that money affects wellbeing: the material resources people can afford, the stress and social pressures linked to low income, the way financial constraints shape health‑related behaviours, and the impact that poor health itself can have on reducing income. For More information click here
Scotland's School Health and Wellbeing Census 2021/22 survey highlights key information in relation to pupils in Glasgow. For more information click here
The Tackling Child Poverty Delivery Plan 2022-26 this document summarises the approach to assessing progress towards system change in the context of child poverty. Further information can be found here 
Glasgow City Food Plan and a 'Cash First' approach outlines ‘Fair Food for All’ as a priority. Their 3-year plan focuses on actions they will take to make a positive impact on how people facing financial crisis are supported and share learning how organisations can work together to tackle food insecurity. For more information click here 
