Poverty is Not a Crime

In this cost-of-living crisis, any one of us might fall on hard times. We want to know that if we or our loved ones need support, it will be there for us. 

But for years, the Government, police, and local authorities have punished people who are struggling to make ends meet. 

Labour promised 'change', but in their new Crime & Policing Bill, they want to introduce 'Respect Orders' for "anti-social behaviour" which could land you with up to two years in prison, an unlimited fine or a community order.  

Hundreds of people have already been imprisoned using anti-social behaviour powers against poverty-related behaviour. 

The Government should be building safety nets, not tripwires. People need homes and support—not punishment and prison. 

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