Debt problems in seaside town among UK's worst
A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame.
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"Great Yarmouth's in a really unique situation at the moment, primarily due to deprivation, which really stems from Great Yarmouth being primarily a seaside holiday destination."
— Louis Hubbard , Activist
"Unfortunately we are seeing people falling into debt for the first time because costs have been so high."
— Grace Brownfield , Activist
"My colleagues are very welcoming people, they are not going to increase your stress or embarrassment or shame."
— Mark Hitchcock , Executive
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A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame.
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