A life in dignity for all? UK social security support, income adequacy and minimum living standards under austerity, 2008–2023

Since 2008, the UK has seen substantial political, economic and social change. Following the global financial crash, there was a shift in the role of the state in providing a ‘social minimum’ – or a properly constituted safety net – for all. Austerity and cuts in public spending contributed to incre...

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Main Authors:	Matt Padley, Abigail Davis
Format:	Default Article
Published:	2025
Subjects:	Development studies Policy and administration Austerity Dignity Income adequacy Minimum Income Standard Social security
Online Access:	https://hdl.handle.net/2134/28219019.v1
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