Almost half (46%) of older adults (65+) in England and Wales living on a low income are currently cutting back their spending on their water usage either a ‘great deal’ or a ‘fair amount, according to a new YouGov poll commissioned by charity Independent Age. During the first half of 2025 the polling found: 46% of older people on a low income reduced the amount of times they flush the toilet toreduce their water bill 41% reduced how often they use the washing machine 31% reduced how often they shower The new research…
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