Cost of Living

Cost of living

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Poor hygiene in schools due to child poverty, teachers say

‘Ashamed’ children missing lessons

Millions of families at risk of ‘fuel stress,’ says think tank

7.7 million families experienced fuel stress in 2023-24

Energy prices

Energy bills to rise tomorrow – how to get support if you’re struggling

How much will gas and electricity go up by?

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The extra cost of disability

More than £1,000 a month

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What we learned from the Labour conference on tax, housing, benefits and debt

Key takeaways from the Labour party conference

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Disposable income dropped below pre-pandemic levels in 2023

But one group did see an increase

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Free breakfast clubs for all English primary schools

Pilot scheme from April 2025

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‘My kids are crying with hunger’: the grim reality of child poverty in the UK

Research shows devastating impact of child poverty

Illustration of a red arrow saying inflation and a man with a shopping basket. Inflation holds steady at 2.2% - what it means for your household finances

Inflation holds steady at 2.2% - what it means for your household finances

August's inflation figures remain unchanged from July

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Grandparents spend more than £2,600 a year caring for their grandkids

Check if you could be eligible for help