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Amid the UK’s relentless cost of living crisis, advice workers are bearing the brunt of rising demand while facing precarious funding.
Charities report record inquiries from people struggling with debt, housing, and benefit issues, forcing advisors to operate on a “hand-to-mouth” financial basis. These essential workers endure high stress and “cost of living” pay stagnation, creating a recruitment crisis in the sector.
Despite providing a lifeline to vulnerable communities, the sector is struggling to retain experienced staff due to burnout and low wages, highlighting the strain on both the public and the front-line services supporting them.
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