Households are facing the toughest cost of living squeeze in a generation as bills soar alongside almost standstill wages.
From supermarket prices to energy bills, the cost of living is going up across the country. Many households in Wales have seen huge rises in their energy costs in recent months as their fixed deals have expired and they have found providers simply aren't offering anything cheaper than their standard rate.
It comes as Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed a planned £12billion National Insurance rise will go ahead from April, insisting it is "right", as charities warn inflation could throw thousands more families into the poverty bracket.