A mum who had to sell her daughter's bike just to pay the bills. A dad who fears he won't able to afford to see his family this Christmas. And the school cook so terrified of her next energy bill she no longer uses her oven.
They're just some of the stories contained in a new report which lays bare the harsh reality of the cost-of-living crisis. Following its release 56 faith groups, charities and politicians, including Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham and former Prime Minister Gordon Brown, have called on the Government to help tackle the problems facing the UK's poorest families.
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