A Highland Perthshire -based charity has said the UK Government has “missed key routes” to help people through the cost of living crisis now and for the future.
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre in Aberfeldy spoke out recently in response to the Spring Statement and the rise in cost of living from April 1.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveiled a £6 billion support package last month, but debt centre manager Angela Hanvey believes an increase in benefits support is vital to helping residents in rural areas.