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Figures show energy debts hit record high before April price rise

New analysis by campaign group Debt Justice shows that the total energy debt weighing down UK households was hitting historic highs even before the energy price rise in April 2022.

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Government rejects MPs’ calls to raise benefits

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UK has hit its lowest rate of unemployment in 48 years

Communities Headlines Housing Regeneration

New vibrant community space to be built on former Tyneside shipyard

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Warnings £150bn cost of living bailout does little for poorest

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Mayor of London calls for universal primary free school meals

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Annual energy bills to be capped at £2,500 for two years

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Rent freeze planned for Scotland welcomed by campaigners

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7 in 10 callers worried about housing situation, says Shelter

Homeless charity Shelter is warning there could soon be a rise in homelessness, as 70% of callers to its emergency helpline are expressing concerns over housing costs and bills.