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Food Costs Hit Record 23% of Household Spending

6/19/2025

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Food shopping has surged to 23% of household spending in Northern Ireland, marking a two-year high, as reported by the Consumer Council. With prices climbing, families—particularly those with lower incomes—are adapting by hunting for discounts and planning meals, as food costs now eclipse housing expenses for the most vulnerable.

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Food shopping has surged to 23% of household spending in Northern Ireland, marking a two-year high, as reported by the Consumer Council. With prices climbing, families—particularly those with lower incomes—are adapting by hunting for discounts and planning meals, as food costs now eclipse housing expenses for the most vulnerable.