Dear John

COST OF LIVING CRISIS - URGENT ACTION NEEDED
People who are already struggling to get by face a catastrophic cut in their incomes next month. The Government could take action in next week's spring statement to ensure that benefits rise in line with the cost of living. Alongside 58 other charities, Church Action on Poverty has signed a joint statement calling for Government action, launched today. You can add your voice too.

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR MP TODAY, AND ASK THEM TO CALL ON THE CHANCELLOR TO DO THE
RIGHT THING

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Martin lives in Halifax in West Yorkshire. He had to stop working when he
suffered nerve damage, and he has long-lasting pain and anxiety. He can see the
rise in the cost of living, every time he looks at his energy meter. His bills
are set to rise by £547 a year.

“My anxiety and depression now is getting worse and worse again. I’m stressing
all the time, and forever trying to change bill payment dates and things like
that.”

The Government cut Universal Credit last October. Now, people on benefits face a
second cut. Inflation is set to reach 7% by April, but benefits are set to rise
by only 3.1%. This cut would devastate households like Martin’s. It would be
catastrophic and should be unthinkable.

In the spring budget statement next week on 23 March, the Government have a
chance to step in and make sure that everyone gets the help they need. Please
contact your MP today and ask them to call for urgent action. Click the link
below to use our simple e-action.

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Best wishes

Liam Purcell
Church Action on Poverty

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