Cost of living and household bills
Across Beverley and Holderness, families are feeling the pressure of rising costs.
Energy bills remain high. Food prices have increased. Council tax and travel costs continue to rise. Even households that budget carefully are finding it harder to make their money stretch.
When I speak with residents across our towns and villages, this issue comes up again and again. People are working hard and doing the right thing, yet everyday costs are taking up more of the family budget.
Tackling the cost of living and easing pressure on household bills remains one of my priorities.
Energy Bills
Heating and powering your home should not be a constant worry.
Many households have faced sharp increases in their energy bills in recent years. Families need stability and confidence that the system treats them fairly.
I believe we should focus on practical steps that help bring costs under control, including:
- Greater stability in household energy prices
- Fair treatment for consumers by energy companies
- Long-term solutions that help reduce the cost of power
Families deserve to know that their energy bills will remain manageable.
Food and Essentials
The weekly shop now costs far more than it did just a few years ago.
Food, fuel and everyday household items are essential costs. When prices rise across all of them at once, the pressure on family budgets quickly grows.
Government must stay focused on the real cost pressures facing working households and support policies that help keep essential goods affordable.
That includes:
- Supporting fair competition so prices remain reasonable
- Listening to families about the pressures they face day to day
- Keeping the cost of everyday essentials under close review
Council Tax
Council tax is one of the largest bills many households pay each year.
Residents rightly expect strong local services in return and want confidence that their money is being spent responsibly.
I will continue to stand up for residents and push for:
- Responsible council tax levels
- Transparency in how local money is spent
- Good value for taxpayers
Fuel and Travel
In rural communities like ours, driving is often essential.
People rely on their cars to get to work, support small businesses and keep farms running. When fuel costs rise, it affects the whole local economy.
That is why I have spoken out against policies that risk increasing costs for drivers and rural communities.
Standing up for working families and easing the pressure on household bills.
If rising household bills are putting pressure on your family, I want to hear directly from you about the challenges you face. Your experiences will help me take your concerns to Westminster and push for practical action to ease the strain.