10 Social and Welfare

Social & Welfare Sections:

Issues and PrioritiesOverview of challenges and opportunities in relation to society and welfare
Key DataHeadline information on social and welfare
IntroductionLooks at the issues considered in the social and welfare section
Regional TrendsLooks how the South West has fared over recent years in relation to social and welfare issues. Also highlights how the South West compares with other UK regions
Income, Expenditure and WealthLooks at household income, expenditure and personal wealth
WelfareThis section considers social security benefits and worklessness
Social JusticeIncludes information on IMD, disability and rural access to services
Social ParticipationLooks at the voluntary and community sector, volunteering more generally, caring, neighbourliness, citizenship and voter turnout
ConclusionSummation of the issues affecting welfare and society in the region