Shocking new statistics on debt in NI #BBCNolan

Shocking statistics on poverty here in Northern Ireland. Christians Against Poverty have released a survey showing the effect that debt can have on those who have to deal with it. Over half of NI clients said that debt affected their relationship, a staggering 69% of clients sacrificed meals because of debt, 78% of clients in NI said that debt affected their health negatively with 31% having considered or attempted suicide because of their debts. Stephen was joined by Chris Cupples - National Development Manager for Christians Against Poverty