Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
British independent social change organisation working to solve UK poverty through research, policy, collaboration and practical solutions
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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ONS data highlights cost of living issues, prompting calls for government action regarding housing market failures, involving expert advice and political pressure.Some support2 reports5 developments inside
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Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Shelter signed an open letter urging policy change regarding housing issues.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Households receiving Universal Credit are reported to be the hardest hit by the cost-of-living crisis.Some support2 reports
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ONS provided private renter data in England, which the Joseph Rowntree Foundation analyzed for housing costs, involving Islington councillor Michael O’Sullivan.Some support1 report
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A report highlights the need for public service reform in Scotland.Some support1 report
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Kemi Badenoch moves the Tory party to the Right amid warnings from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation about living standards.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Data gathered by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation focuses on UK poverty issues, coinciding with reports of shared leadership failures in recent government.Some support1 report1 development inside
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JRF estimated that income has fallen since Keir Starmer took office.Some support1 report
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Andy Burnham is using data from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation to assess the impact of the cost-of-living crisis, which must be addressed through budget reviews.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Loughborough University and Joseph Rowntree Foundation produced new research regarding the minimum income standard.Some support1 report
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The Joseph Rowntree Foundation warned about potential negative impacts of targets review, comparing current targets to successful past models.Some support1 report1 development inside
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JRF conducted a poll assessing the effectiveness of the Scottish Government's poverty reduction efforts.Some support1 report
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Think tanks, including the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, advocate for housing policy action and rent control in England.Some support2 reports
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The Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Andy Burnham urged the protection of gig economy workers through employment law.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Around Joseph Rowntree Foundation this week
News at the entities that move Joseph Rowntree Foundation most-
Office for National Statistics StructuralThe Office for National Statistics has released provisional data regarding average private rents, noting market pressures driven by high demand in both England and Wales.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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Scottish Government OperationalThe Scottish Government plans to issue bonds for future financing while policy changes threaten healthcare service delivery.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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Keir Starmer Mentioned togetherUK supports US-Iran deal and E4 discussions regarding Iran's nuclear program and sanctions.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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Andy Burnham OperationalAndy Burnham attends the COP summit in Türkiye, coinciding with research examining electoral pressures surrounding climate change.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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Scotland Shared contextThe Senedd narrowly rejected the motion to remain in the UK, setting equality with Scotland as the minimum goal. Andy Burnham ruled out referendum powers for the Welsh government.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
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North East OperationalJohn Healey announced plans to spread economic growth across the UK, involving the National Wealth Fund, the British Business Bank, and partnerships with North East mayoral authorities.Moves Joseph Rowntree Foundation
Connections
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Jo Swaffield Structural
Jo Swaffield serves as a trustee for the Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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Darren Baxter Structural
Darren Baxter serves as the housing lead at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham utilizes research and data from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation to inform his policy responses on the cost of living crisis.
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Care Policy and Evaluation Centre Transactional
Care Policy and Evaluation Centre supplies research findings to Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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Scotland Shared context
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation conducts research and provides policy recommendations regarding social issues within Scotland.
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Scottish Government Operational
JRF actively monitors and critiques the policies and poverty efforts implemented by the Scottish Government.
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Office for National Statistics Structural
JRF utilizes data provided by ONS regarding housing costs for its analysis.
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University of Essex Operational
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation utilizes academic expertise from the University of Essex for economic analysis.
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North East Operational
JRF conducts research focused on poverty issues within the North East region.
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Universal Credit Mentioned together
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation publishes research detailing the struggles and inadequacies of the Universal Credit system.
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Darren Baxter Operational
Darren Baxter provides advisory input regarding housing market failures to the Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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Loughborough University Mentioned together
Both entities produced research concerning the minimum income standard.
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England Shared context
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation operates and advocates for policy changes within the jurisdiction of England.
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Cabinet Office Operational
JRF provides analysis regarding living standards that influences the policy environment overseen by the Cabinet Office.
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state Structural
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation monitors and researches the financial and policy flaws within the state's social care safety net.
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Keir Starmer Mentioned together
JRF estimates income decline resulting from Keir Starmer's political tenure.
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Liverpool Shared context
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation operates within the geographical context of Liverpool while gathering data on UK poverty issues.
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Shelter Mentioned together
The two charities have been observed jointly advocating for policy change through an open letter.
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Tories Shared context
The Foundation operates within the political context of the Tory government, issuing warnings about living standards.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
5 events- Households receiving Universal Credit are reported to be the hardest hit by the cost-of-living crisis.
- ONS provided private renter data in England, which the Joseph Rowntree Foundation analyzed for housing costs, involving Islington councillor Michael O’Sullivan.
- A report highlights the need for public service reform in Scotland.
- Kemi Badenoch moves the Tory party to the Right amid warnings from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation about living standards.
- JRF estimated that income has fallen since Keir Starmer took office.
September 2026
2 eventsShow 3 earlier months
August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
4 events- ONS data highlights cost of living issues, prompting calls for government action regarding housing market failures, involving expert advice and political pressure.
- Andy Burnham is using data from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation to assess the impact of the cost-of-living crisis, which must be addressed through budget reviews.
- Think tanks, including the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, advocate for housing policy action and rent control in England.
- JRF research highlights high poverty rates in the North East region.