Disability and poverty in Northern Ireland
New analysis of financial hardship and extra costs facing disabled people in Northern Ireland (NI) shows that, without serious Government action, their living standards will continue to fall.
Ursula O’Hare is the Head of Northern Ireland where she leads all aspects of our NI work. Prior to joining JRF, Ursula was CEO of the Northern Ireland Law Centre and Vice-Chair of the Law Centres Network. She previously served as a member of the Department for Communities Joint Standards Committee and a member of the Independent Review on Discretionary Support. Ursula began her career in academia, working at universities in both GB and NI.
Email: ursula.ohare@jrf.org.uk
New analysis of financial hardship and extra costs facing disabled people in Northern Ireland (NI) shows that, without serious Government action, their living standards will continue to fall.
Progress on tackling child poverty in Northern Ireland has stalled and focusing on work alone will not shift the dial on child poverty. It is time to invest in a better future for children.