Community Allowance

New Start Edition 470

Cover story: The government is starting to see the case for reforms that would let benefit claimants supplement their income through a community allowance. Clare Goff explains why the changes need to go further.

Profile: Jane Hurn is helping fellow Gypsies and Travellers stand up for their rights reports Ciara Leeming.

Learning Zone: Artists are stepping in to provide temporary TLC to recession-hit town centres. Dan Thompson explains how.