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In-Work Poverty Surpasses Unemployment as UK's Top Concern

2/10/2026

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The Resolution Foundation reports that in-work poverty has surpassed unemployment as Britain's top issue, with lower-income households needing about 137 years to double living standards due to stagnant wages and high rents.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure after appointing Peter Mandelson, a British politician, as U.S. ambassador, amid allegations of misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Portugal's far-right Chega party is gaining traction despite a recent presidential election loss.

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The Resolution Foundation reports that in-work poverty has surpassed unemployment as Britain's top issue, with lower-income households needing about 137 years to double living standards due to stagnant wages and high rents.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure after appointing Peter Mandelson, a British politician, as U.S. ambassador, amid allegations of misconduct linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Portugal's far-right Chega party is gaining traction despite a recent presidential election loss.