Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown speaking about poverty and social inequality within the UK

The video discusses the proposed changes by the Conservative government that impact child poverty. It predicts a significant rise in child poverty rates, reaching a peak by 2020, higher than during past recessions. The reforms are criticized for potentially leading to a more divided and polarized society in Britain, with inequality rising faster than in other Western countries.

What societal issues does the text suggest will arise from the proposed reforms?

How does the text describe the rate of inequality in Britain compared to other parts of the Western world?