The cost of living crisis and Christmas: How it will affect people’s celebrations in Manchester

The cost of living crisis may have an effect on Christmas for some people this year. Due to rising prices and bills, people may have to scale down their celebrations and be selective about what they purchase during the festive season.

As colder nights and days approach, some may go without heat in an attempt to save money. We spoke to local people in Manchester to ask whether they are feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis as we head towards winter, and how they think rising prices will affect lower income families.