Cost of living concerns are taking a toll on girls in the UK, according to research that suggests a fifth are worried about having enough money for basic necessities such as period products JWhite_DM reports
She said: “What really hit home for me was the negative outlook so many girls had about their future opportunities. It’s so sad to think that almost half of girls are spending less money on things they enjoy because they’re worried about money.”
The survey results suggested this is more likely to be the case for girls with a disability – 60 per cent compared to 40 per cent of girls who are not disabled.is having on girls in the UK is concerning. Our research shows just how these worries impact their day-to-day lives, with girls concerned over access to basic necessities, like food and period products.
For 11 to 21-year-olds, more than half fear not being able to afford to buy or rent their own home , 40 per cent worry they will not have enough money to go university, 55 per cent worry they will not be able to get a job after leaving education, and more than a third fear getting into debt with credit or store cards.
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