A dire warning if one was needed from the investment bank Citi.

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It's predicting inflation could soar above 18% by the start of next year pushed up by the spiralling cost of energy.

Ofgem are to announce the October price cap later this week.

Household bills are likely to hit more than £3,500, and by next April they could be closer to £6,000.

No surprise then, that ordinary people unlike politicians, aren't waiting around to take action they're already changing their way of life to save money.

Eating sandwiches rather than proper meals. Using the microwave instead of the oven or simply choosing tins over fresh food to avoid any cooking whatsoever.

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