The cost of living crisis is hitting everyone.
Rising prices of fuel and electricity have seen inflation reach record levels, and as a consequence, many are feeling the impact.
Independent businesses are a prominent example as, with costs soaring, many have noticed issues sourcing products they need.
On Swan Island, Twickenham, a group of businesses are having to tackle another global issue, just months after they were almost put out of business as a result of the economic impact of the pandemic.
Owners of Jawbone Brewing, LJ Motorcycle Repairs Ltd, and William Curley Patissier Chocolatier talk us through the challenges of the last six months, and their thoughts for the future.