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News 2007

 * 'Real level' of unemployment still far higher than official figures, Sheffield Hallam University, June 13 / Social inclusion


 * Poverty twice as likely for minority ethnic groups: education fails to close the gap. The poverty rate for Britain’s minority ethnic groups stands at 40%, double the 20% found amongst white British people, according to new research published today by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF). Minority ethnic groups are also being overlooked for jobs and are being paid lower wages, despite improvements in education and qualifications. JRF, April 30

Comment 2007

 * New Start editorial March 7 2007 - There are times when the advent of 24 hour news seems as helpful as a mobile phone weighed down with all manner of gadgetry.

News 2006

 * Poverty and complicated benefit system main reasons for informal low-paid work, says JRF, June 16

Comment 2006

 * New Start editorial March 1 2006 - So there is to be a cabinet minister for social exclusion. Hang out the bunting. Prepare the street parties. Let the disadvantaged celebrate with a display of choreographed forelock-tugging.