Navigating the cost of living

The surge in energy prices has resulted in a cost of living crisis in the UK, increasing food costs and triggering various strikes nationwide. As the prices of goods and services inflate, wages struggle to keep up. The resultant decline in real income, accounting for inflation, taxes, and benefits, forces individuals to make difficult choices regarding heating their homes or providing for their families. 

Parish and town councils can assist in this challenging landscape by ensuring access to fundamental necessities such as food and safe, warm spaces. Recognising that financial strain can limit social engagement and negatively affect mental health, parish and town councils can actively create opportunities for community participation in social activities.

Click the images below to discover what your parish and town council can do.

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