Rising prices and spiralling bills: Manchester residents on the soaring cost of living & how it affects them

Prices are going up, taxes have been raised and energy bills are at a record high, leaving Britain in the grips of a cost of living crisis.

In April, the typical energy bill is expected to rise by about £700 a year, or 54% and shoppers have also noticed spiralling prices on supermarket shelves.

With inflation at the highest rate for 30 years, we’ve been out on the streets of Manchester to hear whether people are concerned with the rise in costs and how they will be affected.

If you are struggling with bills, you can contact Citizens Advice for free here.