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Antony Thrower & Richard Guttridge

INSANE: Desperate mum wrapping up in blankets to keep warm as bills spiral out of control | Rare Historical Photos

A mum fearing how she will be able to afford heating this winter says she will keep herself wrapped in blankets to battle the cold.

Sarah Smith says she has to keep topping up her gas and electricity as it is not lasting as long, making heating her home unaffordable.

The volunteer fears the situation will get worse when the weather becomes colder and admits she worries how much Christmas will cost this year amid spiralling bills, Birmingham Live reported.

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