Survey paints grim picture of impact cost of living crisis is having on families across country
When asked if they had enough food to feed their children, 19 per cent of parents said they struggled to put enough food on the table with a quarter saying they had to cut down on household bills such as gas and electricity in order to afford food.
More parents are worried about their ability to provide sufficient food for their children, with 13 per cent saying they were “always worrying about it” . A further 29 per cent said they sometimes or occasionally worry about being able to provide their children with sufficient food, significantly higher than the January 2022 figure of 19 per cent.Barnardos expressed concern about the toll soaring bills are having on families’ mental health.
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