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How bad is UK in-work poverty?
The UK has a significant problem with in-work poverty, where people are employed but still struggle to make ends meet. This is often due to low pay, insecure work, and high living costs. Emily Sawh highlights that millions are still affected, despite pay rises like the Real Living Wage.
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