A survey carried out by Barnardos and Aldi has revealed the truly devastating impact the cost-of-living crisis is having on families across Ireland.
The cost of the basic necessities is one of many things on the rise at the moment, all the while, most people’s incoming funds has not changed - ultimately resulting in a shortfall for thousands of people each month.
The results of the survey revealed that 29% of parents admitted that over the past 12 months, they have been skipping meals, or reducing their own portion sizes, so their kids would have enough to eat.