00:01Official figures on children living in poverty in the UK are set to be updated after officials
00:06found that families may not have reported all the benefits they receive.
00:10From next month, new data will give a more accurate picture, meaning numbers for previous
00:15years could be lower than first reported.
00:19The change will help councils, schools and local charities understand which areas and
00:24households need the most support and plan effectively.
00:28Charities say it will make it easier to provide practical help while the government says it
00:33remains committed to reducing hardship and improving living standards for children across
00:38the country, ensuring better support reaches those who need it most.
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