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Exposing the personal and political impact of the cost of living crisis – who is paying, who is accountable, and how we can help

You're Probably Not Boiling Water In The Cheapest Way

An engineer weighs in on the topic.
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Why Is The Energy Price Cap Going Up In January?

Ofgem will be increasing the cap by 5% in the New Year.
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2 Million Kids Won't Receive Gifts This Christmas. Here Are 5 Ways You Can Help

Some charities are reporting greater demand for toys, yet fewer donations. Here's how you can help.
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'We Had To Sell My Bike': A Child's Experience Of The Cost Of Living Crisis

1.3 million young people have stopped activities outside of school because it’s no longer affordable.
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The 1 Thing You Should Try Before Spending Money On Heating Hacks

I had never even considered this.
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Martin Lewis Warns People (Especially Women) NOT To Throw Out Brown Envelope From HMRC

And no, it’s not a scam.
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If You Dry Clothes On Your Radiator, We've Got News

I'm definitely guilty of this...
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Half Of Disabled People Leaving Their Homes For 'Warm Spaces' This Winter

"If I get too cold I can get ill," says Laura Smith, who lives with MS. "My symptoms get so bad that I can’t move and am at much higher risk of falling."
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The 1 Thing To Do Immediately After Cooking To Save On Your Energy Bill

We're starting to feel the mercury plunge.
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One In Four UK Adults Are Skipping Meals Because Of The Cost Of Living Crisis

A charity slammed "the ongoing lack of political will to address chronically low incomes".
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Minister Left Red-Faced On Question Time As Audience Member Touches On His Personal Wealth

″How can he or anyone in his government understand what it is like to be in those shoes?"
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If You're Submitting A Self Assessment Soon, Read This

A critical alert has been issued to around 12 million people in the UK.
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This Hidden Boiler Switch Could Save You Thousands

Just a slight tweak could make all the difference.
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Your Food Shop Just Got Cheaper – But Don't Expect To See The Same Prices As Last Year

September's groceries were less expensive than August's, but still not as low as last year's.
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We Can't Afford To Have Kids – And No, Avocado On Toast Isn't What Got Us Here

“As time’s gone on, we’ve always been really aware of how much more expensive and how unachievable things like these kind of life goals are."
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One In 10 Mums Have Over £20k In Debt As Childcare Prices Surge And Pay Stagnates

“I feel like I am juggling everything on my own and every day I am struggling to make ends meet,” one mum tells HuffPost UK.
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11 Secrets Chefs Always Use To Save Money On Groceries

Pro cooks share the simple ways they go about minimising food costs in their own kitchens.
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Ummm... Slug & Lettuce Want Us To Pay How Much For Pints?

Er... your round, right?
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I'm An Energy Expert – Here's What I Do To Keep My Bills Low

Oh good – it's almost time to switch the heating on again.
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This Winter's Energy Bills Set To Be 'As Bad, If Not Worse Than Last Winter'

Citizens Advice say the government need to step in to protect the most vulnerable.
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As Public Sectors Workers Went On Strike Over Pay, UK's Top Bosses Got An Hefty Wage Hike

So much for that "wage-price spiral".
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Jonathan Ashworth: Tories Increased Wages By Just 3p Per Week Over 13 Years

The shadow cabinet minister said Labour increased real wages by £58 a week between 2000 and 2010.
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Revealed: The UK Supermarket Offering The Cheapest School Uniform

*Grabs shopping basket*
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Inflation Has Fallen, But Experts Say The Risk Of Recession Has Risen

Rising interest rates are still a problem.
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Wages Have Surged – But What Does That Mean For The Cost Of Living Crisis?

Will bills start being sensible again?
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This UK Supermarket Just Cut Baby Formula Prices To Help Parents Impacted By Cost Of Living

Its range of formula milks have been reduced by over 20%.
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Malnutrition Is A Hidden Epidemic In The UK – Here Are The Signs

It's thought nearly three million people are experiencing, or at risk of, malnutrition right now.
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When Will Inflation Actually Go Back To Its Target 2% Rate?

There are a tough few years ahead, according to economists.
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