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Here you can find newsletters featuring the latest news updates from PRAN. We also feature blogs by PRAN and contributors from our network.
If you have information about projects, new research or want to share an experience, please get in touch.
PRAN NEWSLETTER ISSUE 29: July 2026
This month's PRAN newsletter features a guest blog from Age UK on pensioner poverty and the looming cost-of-living crisis, the latest episode of The Cost-of-Living Chronicles podcast on the politics of poverty, plus news of LATAN's upcoming conference and a special film screening of The Man With The Plan. From urgent warnings about the winter ahead to hopeful visions of collective action, this edition brings together research, policy, and practice from across our network.
PRAN NEWSLETTER ISSUE 28: June 2026
In this month's newsletter, we explore new ideas for tackling poverty and strengthening the welfare state, highlight an opportunity to contribute to important research on disability, rest and free time, and remind members about our forthcoming public discussion on Poverty & Social Justice at the SPA Annual Conference in Liverpool. We hope there's something here to inform, inspire and encourage further conversation.
PRAN NEWSLETTER ISSUE 27: May 2026
The latest PRAN newsletter reflects on the Forging Connections forum, shares details of an upcoming public discussion on poverty and social justice at the SPA Annual Conference in Liverpool, and presents new research on food insecurity. We also highlight a petition on water poverty worth your support.
Reflections on the Inequalities and Health Summit: An Urgent Call to Action
The Inequalities and Health Summit gathered 200+ experts, calling for systemic change and collaboration to address urgent issues like health access, food insecurity, and poverty in the UK.
Put Children First Campaign Launch
Alder Hey Children’s Charity launched the "Put Children First" campaign on 25th September, urging the government to redesign the NHS for children. The campaign aims to end child health inequality, reduce poverty's impact on health services, and prioritize children in policy.
Working together to tackle poverty stigma in Wales – five key insights
Over the past year, the Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) explored poverty stigma—its causes, impacts, and solutions. They aim to help decision-makers use evidence to prevent and reduce stigma, sharing five key insights and outlining plans to support informed actions moving forward.
Save the Children UK: Addressing the Child Health Crisis at Home
Save the Children UK tackles child poverty and health inequality in the UK through partnerships like Sheffield's Early Learning Community, advocating for change and highlighting issues via BBC Panorama.
Access to Justice: Liverpool Advice Strategy
Post-austerity, Liverpool's advice sector halved, creating advice deserts. LATAN reports a 95% demand increase, with 90% under-resourced. Needs assessments and long-term funding are crucial. Liverpool must develop a comprehensive access to justice strategy.
Media Experts’ Top Tips
The media shapes public views on crises, so it's crucial to use it effectively to convey key messages. Expert tips from PRAN’s workshop, including advice from Save the Children UK, Heard, and Project Twist, can enhance your media strategies.
Accelerating Fight Against Poverty: The Story of PRAN
Founded in June 2023, PRAN unites over 170 members to combat poverty in the UK. With 14.4 million people affected, PRAN highlights effective efforts, challenges harmful narratives, and fosters collaborations to make poverty a political priority.