All this week we’re going to be talking about the Cost of Being Single.
Lunchtime Live are highlighting the things single people deal with, that those in couples don’t.
Some are great – like the thrill of a solo holiday or the joy of getting a bed all to yourself, but others, like paying ever-increasing electricity bills are a lot harder.
Listen back now:
Cost of Living, 21.08.23
The cost of living crisis hasn’t been getting any easier. Families, parents and couples are all struggling, but what about single people? Singletons joined Andrea to discuss.
Holidaying Alone, 22.08.23
Have you ever gone on holiday by yourself? According to a recent survey, over half of us consider travelling solo. If you haven’t tried it, would you? This could be your inspiration.
Andrea was joined by Janet Newenham, Melanie May and many other solo travellers to discuss.
Parenting, 23.08.23
Andrea was joined by solo parents to discuss the trials and tribulations of being a lone parent.
Socialising, 24.08.23
A survey found that Ireland has the highest levels of loneliness in Europe - and if you’re single, it can be even harder to get out of the house. Andrea chats to some singletons about their social lives.
