There is growing anger over Big Ben's £80 million restoration as thousands of Brits struggle to heat their homes and pay their bills
The UK is facing a worsening cost of living crisis.
Soaring inflation, surging petrol prices and a national insurance hike are all reducing the amount of money in Brits' pockets. And on Friday an increase in the energy price cap came into force, meaning already hard-pressed households face paying at least £700 more a year on energy. Experts have issued stark warnings that the cost of living squeeze may leave people starving, freezing and even considering suicide.
A think-tank specialising in living standards warned that the price hike would push 2.5 million families in England alone into so-called "fuel stress" as people face paying more for energy than their mortgage.Broadband, mobile, water bills, council tax and national insurance contributions are also set to rise this month, as inflation pushes up the cost of food, clothing, footwear and other products and services.
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