Cost of living crisis: Now charity workers are struggling to make ends meet

Cost of living crisis: Now charity workers are struggling to make ends meet

Hounslow LIFE isn’t the only division of Hestia where staff have concerns. One staffer at a south London women’s and children’s refuge told openDemocracy: “How can [women’s charities] Solace and Refuge pay... Read more »
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how will the cost of living crisis impact …

A new market analysis from Ocasa, the specialist rental platform, warns that the average rent bill could reach as much as £2,270 per month. If prices rise in line with the increases... Read more »
Ex-Archbishop of Canterbury urges Government to do more to combat climate crisis

Ex-Archbishop of Canterbury urges Government to do more to combat climate crisis

A former Archbishop of Canterbury has urged the Government to insulate more homes and take “a more edgy role internationally” to tackle the climate crisis. Dr Rowan Williams made the remarks ahead... Read more »
UK cities cancel bonfire night firework displays over cost-of-living crisis

UK cities cancel bonfire night firework displays over cost-of-living crisis

Cities across the UK have cancelled bonfire night displays due to budget pressures amid the cost-of-living crisis. Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Cardiff, Glasgow, Norwich, Dundee and Nottingham are among the cities that have... Read more »
Podcast | Art boom as the UK busts: how the economic crisis is affecting the market

Podcast | Art boom as the UK busts: how the economic crisis is affecting the market

This week: Ben Luke talks to Anny Shaw, a contributing editor at The Art Newspaper, about the atmosphere at the Frieze London and Frieze Masters fairs amid the UK’s economic struggles and... Read more »
Wasps & Worcester: Rob Andrew calls for Premiership and RFU to join forces amid cash crisis

Wasps & Worcester: Rob Andrew calls for Premiership and RFU to join forces amid cash crisis

Rob Andrew served Wasps as a player before working at the RFU Rob Andrew believes Premiership Rugby and the Rugby Football Union should join forces in order to address financial problems within... Read more »
Affordable loan options as east London council partners with Credit Union amidst cost-of-living crisis

Affordable loan options as east London council partners with Credit Union amidst cost-of-living crisis

People who live and work in Barking and Dagenham will now be able to access straightforward hassle-free savings accounts and affordable loans thanks to a collaboration between the Council and Leeds Credit... Read more »
London Businesses Urged to Sign Up For Free Net Zero and Energy Crisis Business Support

London Businesses Urged to Sign Up For Free Net Zero and Energy Crisis Business Support

Despite last week’s announcement of government support, many businesses still face a challenging winter and uncertain future thanks to the cost of energy crisis. In response, London’s small and medium-sized businesses are... Read more »
Schools in England warn of crisis of ‘heartbreaking’ rise in hungry children | UK cost of living crisis

Schools in England warn of crisis of ‘heartbreaking’ rise in hungry children | UK cost of living crisis

Children are so hungry that they are eating rubbers or hiding in the playground because they can’t afford lunch, according to reports from headteachers across England. The headteachers say the government is... Read more »
Queen’s funeral latest news: King Charles ‘to have slimmed-down coronation’ amid cost-of-living crisis

Queen’s funeral latest news: King Charles ‘to have slimmed-down coronation’ amid cost-of-living crisis

Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin carried from Westminster Hall ahead of state funeral King Charles III is reportedly planning a “less expensive” coronation ceremony than his mother’s as he wishes to avoid extravagance... Read more »