Less than a week after making his Spring Statement, the Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been defending his financial decisions today at a meeting of the Treasury Committee.

He’s been questioned about the support available for people receiving benefits, after announcing a series of measures which will largely benefit those in work.

But, as the energy price cap rises by around 54% from April 1st, inflation continues to rise and fuel remains at an all time high, despite a 5p fuel duty cut, those unable to work are unsure how they will cope with the cost of living crisis.

We spoke with Strategy Director at the Trussell Trust food bank charity, Garry Lemon, about:

His reaction to the Spring Statement (2.35)
The ‘devastating’ consequences for people on Universal Credit (3.33)
How the crisis will ‘inevitably’ lead to homelessness (4.33)
Food banks becoming oversubscribed (5.26)
The economics behind the government’s measures (6.21)

We also hear from Jenni from Hampshire who is unable to work, and said she’s struggling to keep up with bills already.

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Cost of Living Crisis: What now for people in poverty?