Large families, poverty and welfare reform conference

    A national conference came to Bradford to discuss large families, poverty and welfare reform.

    The conference, held today, 13 November, at City Hall was organised by Bradford District Anti-Poverty Group, The University of Liverpool and The Children's Society.

    The conference heard from people directly affected by the changes to the benefits system and how welfare reform has had an impact on their lives.

    During the conference, there was the opportunity to hear from policy makers tasked with trying to address and counter the poverty that individuals face.

    More from Local and National News

    Listener Club

    Get more with the Listener Club!

    • Remix Saturdays Remix Saturdays

      Every Saturday evening we turn to remixes of hit songs to get you in the Saturday night party mood! Every Saturday between 5pm - 8pm

    • The Golden Era The Golden Era

      The golden era of Bollywood celebrated in this weekly show full of classics taking you back in time. Every Sunday between 5pm - 7pm

    • Legal Show Legal Show

      Once a fortnight we dedicate a show to discussing legal issues and family / matrimonial law in particular. Alternate Friday mornings between 9am-11pm.

    • Bhangra Nights Bhangra Nights

      Get over the Weekday blues - Every Tuesday night is party night with the best Bhangra and Urban Asian Beats. The Bhangra Show every Tuesday between 8pm-11pm