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Jonathan Brearley, the head of energy regulator Ofgem, told MPs any such hike could see the number of households in 'fuel poverty' nearly double from 6.5 million to 12 million

The courage of Britain’s train drivers might provide the inspiration for other workers to fight back against low pay, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

"You're earning more money selling drugs - why a young person want to go into full time work if they are earning say £800 a week selling drugs? These are issues that need tackled"

Research revealed that 80% of customers felt the need for cost of living brands switch

Jack Monroe has partnered with Superdrug to help customers “shop smart” amid the cost of living crisis.

The retailer has also launched bigger discounts for staff and a 'buy one, bank one' scheme on period products

Since China began to open up and reform its economy in 1978, growth has averaged almost 10% a year, and more than 800 million people have been lifted out of poverty. There have also been significant improvements in access to health, education and other services, with the mainland now an…

One of the UK’s biggest energy suppliers has warned that up to 40% of its customers will be in fuel poverty by October unless the Government steps in

Ministers remain unable to decide on ways to help as energy firm boss warns soon 40% could be in fuel poverty