Kate Winslet: More support needed for cost of living

Kate Winslet has revealed she donated £17,000 to pay a soaring energy bill for a child's life support after being deeply moved by her family's plight.

Carolynne Hunter was warned by Clackmannanshire Council that her bill could hit the high sum next year.

Her daughter Freya, 12, has severe cerebral palsy and relies on receiving oxygen for chronic breathing problems.

The Oscar-winning actress said the original BBC Scotland story "absolutely destroyed me".

Ms Hunter later said she was overwhelmed by Winslet's intervention.

The Hollywood star was asked about her donation on the BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.

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