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Inquiry seeks views on how cost of living affects young people's wellbeing

1 min read Youth Work Health
A call for evidence on how the cost-of-living crisis has affected young people's health has launched as part of an inquiry by British Youth Council’s (BYC) youth select committee.
The call comes as part of UKYP's campaign on cost of living and health. Picture: UKYP
The call comes as part of UKYP's campaign on cost of living and health. Picture: UKYP

The committee, which consists of 12 young people aged between 13 and 18, is seeking views through written evidence submissions, to learn about how the cost-of-living crisis has impacted the health and wellbeing of young people.

The consultation is open to the public but will also draw from sector professionals that have been asked to participate, including those involved with charities and businesses. The committee is also keen to hear from marginalised communities and those from lower income backgrounds.

Dev Sharma, chair of the youth select committee, said: “Hearing people’s thoughts and opinions is the first step towards understanding the scale and complexity of the cost of living and its impact on young people’s health.

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