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CAS also reported a huge increase of people taking longer to clear their debts.

 
The public event from 10am-3.30pm will feature powerful testimonies from people who are worst affected by a catastrophic increase in basic living costs.

 
“The Scottish Government must use the opportunity of its forthcoming Energy Strategy to chart a clear path away from fossil fuels."

 

 
"The sector is in crisis with staff leaving in droves in search of employment with better pay and working conditions."

 
Some concerns were raised that the crisis will pose more significant challenges for organisations, service providers and individuals than even those faced during the pandemic.  

 
There is widespread concern amongst disabled people about being able to afford the energy required to power and charge essential assistive technologies

 
The Scottish Power Foundation has funded £10m-worth of support to charities and community groups

 
The Larder has warned that many people this winter will not be able to feed themselves and their families on a daily basis.

 
“Three per cent on pay for Shelter’s workers when real living costs run at more than four times that rate is just unacceptable."