The United States is unique among developed nations for its high rate of child poverty and currently use of a patchwork system of tax subsidies to help cover the costs of childcare that excludes low-income and irregularly employed families. Converting this system into a universal child allowance similar to those that exist in other developed countries would significantly reduce childhood poverty and increase the capacity of all families to invest in the wellbeing of their children.
Existing studies on Immigration Removal Centres (IRCs) in England and Wales focus primarily on how overcrowding and understaffing put the well-being of immigration detainees at stake. There is a lack of focus, however, on how co-detainment between immigration detainees and former prisoners impacts the former. An analysis of relevant policies is presented to reveal policy gaps and recommendations that support the well-being of immigration detainees are suggested.
With China centering domestic consumption in its economic development agenda, a sound consumer protection regime that improves consumers’ rights and builds consumer trust is necessary.