'It's cost upon cost for working families - they get no help'
The government needs to do more to support working families, a charity in Rotherham says.
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"When I talk to families, the cost of living keeps cropping up."
— Leomi White , Activist
"I enjoy my job, but I may need to look for another one because the money I earn isn't covering the bills."
— Zoe Hatt , Other
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John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Project coordinator at Activate Rawmarsh, supporting local families.
A single mum whose struggles highlight the difficulties faced by working families.
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The government needs to do more to support working families, a charity in Rotherham says.
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