Claire and Gareth Ferris says poor home insulation and rising energy bills mean they are turning off the heating this winter
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Claire and Gareth Ferris says poor home insulation and rising energy bills mean they are turning off the heating this winter
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For many, winter time brings family joy centred on Christmas celebrations – but for Claire and Gareth Ferris, this year’s festive season brings only the dread of cold weather.
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Citizens Advice feared households were having to pay more to keep their homes warm in winter and cool in summer
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Around 860,000 children are living in households who can’t afford the essentials
