#social-welfare

#social-welfare

As Laura Madrid Sartoretto, the lead researcher at GCS, explained to Travel + Leisure, there's a reason these nations always come out on top. "They [Scandinavian countries] rank well in the Global Passport Index, in general, but they do even better when we talk about quality of life." This balance of prosperity and equity stems from strong social welfare systems that ensure a high standard of living for all citizens.

For 18-year-old Shaineiry and her congregation, Easter Sunday meant canvassing the Northeast 16th Street BART plaza, spreading messages of hope and salvation.

The unique National Insurance number, assigned around age 16, serves as a lifelong identifier crucial for work rights, tax, benefits, and administrative purposes.

Ms Humphreys emphasized the need to prioritize funds for child benefit in the upcoming budget, stating, "target the money where it's most needed." She mentioned several measures aimed at supporting families during this period, particularly highlighting the importance of providing timely support before holidays, suggesting that financial assistance prior to Christmas would be significant.

The means-tested Fuel Allowance aims to assist those aged 70 and older or long-term welfare recipients with winter heating costs, providing €924 over 28 weeks.