'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials

Andy Burnham promised "breathing space" for households as 7.4 million struggle to buy essentials like clothing, heating, and food. Many report being unable to afford basic utilities, with one saying, "I can't afford to turn the oven on." The pledge aims to provide relief amid a cost-of-living crisis affecting millions across the region.