Brighter future ahead?: comparing three generations of childhood.

The last two years have been hard for everyone across the UK, but they have been especially tough for children. The pandemic has caused immense disruption to children’s lives and its impact will be felt long into their futures. Families must now also confront a painful squeeze on their incomes, as rising prices and soaring bills threaten to derail the country's recovery. All children deserve a safe and happy childhood, the foundations they need to thrive and the opportunity to shine.