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Children forced to rely on 'grey pound' for start in life - Read More

Date Added: May 26, 2008 11:32:02 PM
Children are becoming increasingly reliant on their grandparents for financial aid, with the "grey pound" helping to pay for everything from school fees to a foot on the property ladder.

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