Many working households are living in poverty

The transcript discusses a family's struggle with poverty, highlighting the mother's efforts to prioritize her child's needs despite financial constraints. It mentions the rise of food banks in Stoke-on-Trent to support struggling families, including those with working parents. The definition of poverty is provided, along with statistics from an Oxfam report showing that many working-age adults in poverty come from working households. The transcript concludes with a mention of economic challenges and a response from the Department for Work and Pensions.

What role do food banks play in the community mentioned in the text?

What has been the trend in average earnings over the past year?