Figures

Figure 1: Experiencing material deprivation at the end of life, by specific working items (working age)

Working item % who said they could not afford this
Repair broken electrical goods 92
Replace worn out furniture 90
Regular savings of at least £10 per month 85
A holiday away from home 77
Money for self 69
Keep house in decent state of repair 47
Contents insurance 39
Keep up with bills 24

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Figure 2: Income sources (working age)

In the last year of life

Income % of income from source
Other 7
Non-State Pensions 8
Work 37
Other benefits 37
Disability benefits 12

Not in the last year of life

Income % of income from source
Other 7
Non-State Pensions 5
Work 70
Other benefits 16
Disability benefits 3

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