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Britons Struggle as Cost of Living Crisis Deepens

2/12/2026

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  • Nearly half of Britons have less than £25 in spare cash per week.
  • Almost two-thirds of adults are cutting back on essentials such as food and heating.
  • Labour MP Yuan Yang advocates a holistic approach to tackle the issue.
  • The Cost of Living Action (COLA) group urges government intervention to address rising costs.
  • The government says it prioritizes cost-of-living solutions, including energy bill reductions.