Parents turning to charities for basics amid pressure for costly Christmas presents for children

Children as young as six years old are asking for expensive electronic devices including the latest iphone, PS5 and electric scooters while their parents struggle to meet the increasing costs of living such as food and fuel, according to the charity.

Parents are turning to Barnardos for vouchers for toys, fuel and food in a bid to ensure they can buy the expensive items their children are looking for this Christmas.

Children as young as six years old are asking for expensive electronic devices including the latest iphone, PS5 and electric scooters while their parents struggle to meet the increasing costs of living such as food and fuel, according to the charity.