'I live in the dark': How rising bills are shaping daily life
Summary
Many people, especially older adults, are changing their daily habits to save money because bills are rising. They use less heating, spend time in one room, and reduce their electricity use to cope with higher living costs.Key Facts
- Inflation rose to 3.5% in September, the highest in almost a year.
- Fuel price increases have caused living costs to go up for many households.
- Nearly two-thirds of low-income families struggle to pay for food, heating, and clothes.
- Almost half of these families have skipped meals or eaten smaller portions to save money.
- Older people like Errol (79) and Bryan (83) live in one room and wear extra clothes to stay warm.
- The Affordable Foods center sees more people needing help with food, bills, and debts.
- Local leaders plan to help by removing extra charges on gas bills.
- Pensioners feel the cost rise strongly and sometimes can’t afford fresh fruit and vegetables.
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