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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
National
Danni Scott

'I feel like I've failed as a dad as I can't afford Christmas presents for my sons'

The most wonderful time of the year for many households across the UK is full of gift giving and festive foods but a growing number of struggling families are wondering how they will cover the cost of Christmas this year.

One dad of three has told The Mirror how he is concerned that he can't afford to buy presents this year for his teenage children as the cost of living crisis continues to bite.

David* works part time due to ongoing health issues, including long Covid, and relies heavily on social supermarkets and other support systems to be able to cover rising costs. No

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