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Baroness Tyler writes… A strong charitable sector is at the heart of a fairer society

By Claire Tyler | Mon 18th March 2013 - 4:56 pm

A lot of people are talking about what the challenge of creating a stronger economy and a fairer society means in practical terms. I’m going to focus here on the latter. As well as implementing key Lib Dem policies such as the Pupil Premium ,raising the tax-free personal allowance, making childcare more affordable and introducing the new single tier state pension, it’s important we recognise the role charities and voluntary organisations play in helping people going through difficult times as part of a broader approach to social justice. This country has a proud history of charitable activity to …

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Posted in Op-eds | Also tagged andrew percy, charities aid foundation, david blunkett, parliamentary inquiry into growing giving and pupil premium | 11 Comments

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