household debt
Millions face paying more in energy bills than height of cost of living crisis. Here's why
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Millions face paying more in energy bills than height of cost of living crisis. Here's why
The typical household will pay £238 less for their energy bills a year from April. But debt acquired during the cost of living crisis means many are worse off than when inflation and energy bills were at their highest
Debt advice: These charities and organisations can help you if you're struggling with debt
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Debt advice: These charities and organisations can help you if you're struggling with debt
21 million Brits are struggling to pay bills: 'People will go cold, hungry and lose their homes'
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21 million Brits are struggling to pay bills: 'People will go cold, hungry and lose their homes'
Average UK household faces £17,200 of debt by 2026: 'We can't afford a Tory government any longer'
Average UK household faces £17,200 of debt by 2026: 'We can't afford a Tory government any longer'
'Breaking point': Debt charities and ethical lenders fight to save families from loan sharks
'Breaking point': Debt charities and ethical lenders fight to save families from loan sharks
Body cams made compulsory for bailiffs to tackle aggressive behaviour
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Body cams made compulsory for bailiffs to tackle aggressive behaviour
UK families are struggling to pay essential bills amid £18.9bn household debt
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