cost of living

But you would be wrong to think the cost of living crisis is over.

The inflation rate, which charts the rising cost of living, increased to 2.3% in October.

Khan launched the scheme in 2023 as a one-year emergency measure to help families with the cost of living, paid for using higher than expected business rate receipts.

Darren Jones, chief secretary to the Treasury, said the government knew "families across Britain are still struggling with the cost of living".

“Enough is enough. The state’s voters continue to support so-called progressive policies, but are drawing the line when it impacts their cost of living or quality of life.”