Individual public services couldn't make a difference to this disadvantaged community on their own, she realised.

To swell the numbers from 75 to 80 per cent of all those of working age, disadvantaged communities must be targeted and assisted.

The film also emphasizes the compassion and empathy that can be found in such a disadvantaged community context through the helping gestures of the secondary characters.

We are already seeing rewards in investment and the regeneration of one of the most disadvantaged communities.

These pupils, many of whom are from disadvantaged communities, have lost confidence, feel apathetic towards education and consequently are exhibiting increasing unpropitious behaviour and attendance.