Millions Struggling with Rising Living Costs

The video discusses the Minimum Income Standard (MISD) calculated by the Joseph Roundtree Foundation, which is different from the minimum or living wage. It highlights the challenges faced by people on mid to low incomes in meeting the MISD, despite tax cuts and increased national living wage. The video provides income requirements for different household types to meet the MISD and presents a case study of Rebecca Bromley, who struggles financially despite earning above the minimum wage. Efforts to improve financial resilience and employment security are also discussed, emphasizing the need for government action.

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