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As inflation rises again, the UK grapples with a cost of living crisis, with essentials at record highs. Nearly a million more people fell into poverty in 2022/23, prompting the Labour government to address economic inactivity and prepare for a challenging budget in October.
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Recent research reveals that two-thirds of working families on Universal Credit struggle to afford essentials, with half running out of food last month. The Trussell Trust calls for urgent government action as inflation and living costs continue to rise, exacerbating poverty levels across the UK.
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A petition to raise the UK Christmas bonus from £10, unchanged since 1972, has gained over 15,000 signatures. Advocates argue the payment should be adjusted for inflation, especially as winter costs rise. The Department for Work and Pensions has not yet responded to these concerns as pressures mount ahead of winter.