UK households face debt strain amid housing and plastic crises
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5 questionsWhat specific government policies or interventions are being planned to address the financial pressures on households, such as housing affordability and debt management?
How are retailers like Tesco and Sainsbury's responding to the findings about their significant contribution to plastic packaging waste from fruit and vegetables?
What is the breakdown of the 49% of UK households making adjustments to cover basic costs (e.g., what percentage are dipping into savings vs. selling possessions vs. borrowing money)?
What are the long-term mental health impacts on young people due to money worries, and what support systems are being expanded to address this?
How effective are current financial education initiatives in schools, and what measurable outcomes have been observed from programs like Nationwide's teacher accreditation?
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