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<p>The Government recognises that the rising cost of living has presented additional
financial challenges to many consumers, reducing their spending power and impacting
retail sales. Retailers have been working to help households cope with the cost of
living crisis, including supporting the Cost of Living Business Tsar and Government
is providing over £15 billion in Cost of Living support, bringing the total support
measures announced to £37 billion this year.</p><p> </p><p>The Retail Sector Council
continues to work on the strategic issues facing the sector and has identified the
importance of high streets and place as a priority area.</p>
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