As PRAN enters 2026, we reaffirm our commitment to tackling poverty and social injustice. This issue highlights our latest blog on funeral poverty, bursaries for the Early Career Forum 2026, and the launch of Picture This, using visual storytelling to spark change.
Welcome to the tenth episode of The Cost of Living Chronicles, recorded live at the launch of a special issue of the Journal of Social Policy and Administration. Hear insights from Prof Danny Dorling (Oxford), Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick (Ulster), Prof Morven G. McEachern (Chester) and Dr Camila Lewis (Manchester).
The PRAN Early Career Forum meets online monthly to connect early career researchers, practitioners & activists in poverty and social justice. Join us every second Monday (12:30–13:30 UK) for peer support, shared insights & collaboration—bring a cuppa & come as you are!
The UK’s cost of dying crisis means many can’t afford funerals, forcing a rise in basic public health burials. The blog calls for stronger welfare support, tighter funeral industry regulation, and fairer, affordable options.