Sharp rise in child poverty in Ireland despite economic growth
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ESRI (Economic and Social Research Institute)
Ireland
2024
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New ESRI research indicates 200,000 children in Ireland live below the poverty line. Child poverty increased by 30,000 in 2024 despite a 4% rise in average household income. When accounting for housing costs, the number of children in poverty rises to 260,000 (22.7%).
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