Under the recession, many Britons suggested they would avoid using heating to save money on bills for rent and mortgage payments; and some continued living with their former spouse due to financial difficulty.

Tenants and homeowners, under the economic pressure, are trying to spend less on their bills by turning down the heating. Tenants and homeowners are complaining that energy bills are too expensive. A survey revealed that 27% of almost 5,500 respondents (tenants and homeowners) stated that they are spending less on energy bills in order to pay their rents or mortgages.

It is shocking to see that high housing costs are forcing people to choose between keeping themselves warm and a roof over their heads, said Kay Boycott - Director of policy and campaigns at Shelter.

Researches also showed that there are 1.4 million children living in poverty whose parents are reducing the use of central heating systems. Britain is now experiencing the coldest winter in 30 years; officials warned that you could be risking your own lives by cutting down on heating and energy bills.

The recession also added pressure on separated couples: as a survey showed 28% of separated people are now living with their former partner. 66% of them admitted that they continued living with their former spouse due to financial difficulty. Moreover, 75% found it stressful to live with their former spouse and 65% prefer not to live with their former partner.

Living has become more expensive for Britons - especially under this economic climate. This has added much pressure on people’s lives. Is there anything we can do to resolve these problems?

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