People in the UK: have you made drastic lifestyle changes to cut living costs? | UK cost of living crisis

As UK food price inflation hit a new high of 12.4% in November, and average private rents have soared to record highs, Britons across the country are facing difficult decisions in order to stay financially afloat.

We’d like to hear from people in the UK who have recently made drastic lifestyle changes to make ends meet this winter – whether it’s giving up pets, moving to cheaper accommodation, changing your children’s schooling or activities or giving up on other things you previously considered essential.

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