The research built up a picture of the impact on:

• Household income
• Outgoings (including food and energy costs)
• Welfare benefits received
• Patterns of work within the household
• Caring responsibilities for children, household or other family members who are sick
• Perceived need for services (including type of housing)
• Attitudes to work, money, prospects, future housing choices

CCHPR provided consultancy input into the study, advising on study methodology, staff training and interpretation of results.