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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Jaywick's continued decline and intensifying London poverty tell same story of broken' Britain

Top of the indices of multiple deprivation since 2010, Jaywick Sands, once a popular holiday destination for working-class Londoners, has become a emblem of broken Britain, an exemplar of economic neglect, austerity and social breakdown, compounded by geographic isolation. Its local MP, Reform leader Nigel Farage, seemed unusually vague when asked about Jaywick's travails on Thursday. Parts of it, he opined, seemed depressed, adding that he was obviously sad that things aren't improving more quickly.
UK politics
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Gratitude Paradox: Finding Joy in Going Without

Temporary, intentional deprivation reveals appreciation and boosts gratitude by interrupting hedonic adaptation, activating reward circuits, and renewing joy in everyday sensations.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I say where I'm from and they tell me they're sorry': growing up in the most deprived place in England

Residents take pride in Jaywick's community and seafront despite stigma, limited local jobs, and youth facing barriers to employment and mobility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Immigration and deprivation reasons UK public losing faith in politicians, says Rayner

Public disenchantment with politicians stems from immigration and deprivation, causing social unrest and rioting.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

GPs in poor parts of England are paid 5,500 less a year than in wealthy areas, study finds

GPs in deprived areas earn significantly less than those in affluent areas, impacting their working conditions and exacerbating health inequalities.
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