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Who pays for it?
The story highlights that 78% of people find home improvements for heatwaves unaffordable. This concept explores who typically foots the bill for such upgrades. Is it individuals, local councils, or central government through grants or schemes? Understanding this helps explain why so many struggle to adapt their homes.
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