Posted 12/31/2023, 7:52:06 AM
Cost of Living Still High Despite Inflation Easing; Millions Struggling to Afford Essentials
- Inflation easing to 3.9% but cost of living remains high for many households
- 2m households forced to unplug fridges/freezers to save money; 2.8m in debt to pay for food
- Overview of January benefit/pension payment dates; paid as usual except January 1st moved to December 29th
- Final £299 cost of living payment to be paid between February 6-22, 2024
- Energy Price Cap to fall in 2024; benefits and state pensions to increase by September 2022 inflation rates in April 2024