As 2024 comes to a close, our policy analysts reviewed the key policy changes and pressing issues that shaped the past twelve months.
From a change of government and responses to the ongoing cost of living challenges to the latest developments in social support and government funding, we explored how these changes have impacted households across the UK.
We also showcased highlights from our “12 Days of Christmas” campaign, celebrating the achievements of our partners and customers who have made a tangible difference in their communities throughout 2024.
Through case studies and data driven insights, we learned about the positive impacts these organisations have had and discover practical solutions that can be adopted to further support vulnerable populations in 2025.
Listen back to reflect on the year and gain valuable insights for the future.
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Up to 30% of households are not migrating to Universal Credit during the managed migration process. In the months to come, following the end of managed migration, we will start to see people calling their local authorities unsure as to why they've got a council tax bill that they've never paid before or why it's gone up so much. The people who do not migrate will start to present themselves.
The two child limit has been the most prominent issue in discussions around child poverty and understandably so. But we here at Policy in Practice recognise that removing the cap whilst it would of course help, wouldn't solve the bigger issue around child poverty, and even with this policy remaining in place, at least for now, there's still lots that can be done to lift children out of poverty.
St Helens Council ran a Healthy Start campaign in 2024 to address food insecurity. Using LIFT, they identified 700 eligible households and ran a campaign of letters, social media and ads. This increased Healthy Start take up by 2.9%, compared to a decline of 1.4% elsewhere. The campaign is expected to deliver £15,830 to 44 households in its first year. Results like this show how targeted efforts can truly make a difference