Martin Lewis, 49, penned a solemn message to his followers on Twitter on Thursday night, after he was left feeling "impotent" by being unable to aid consumers who were desperate for help amid fuel poverty.The ITV presenter called for intervention as he "shook" with anger and fear, as mixed emotions got the better of him.Posting to his social media after his Money Saving Expert show ended, he wrote: "I feel near tears after doing my show."I started doing what I do out of a passion for financial justice & providing solutions."To be unable to help a single mum who lost her partner in covid afford her energy bills leaves me feeling impotent..."He added: "I'm shaking.
Intervention is needed."In a follow up tweet, he addressed those who suggested he pay to help out the woman in question."A few 'ur rich, pay her bloody energy bill' replies," he sighed before offering an explanation."This isn't about 1 person, it's a totem for millions who'll be in fuel poverty."Instead I try to give answers, lobby for change, & put my money where my mouth is this way," he added with a link to his pledge to give £10million to charity.Many took to the comments section to share their views, with one offering a kind word to the down-in-the-dumps presenter."I used to feel like that.
In my case about education. It drove me to become an MP. You do amazing work.The Government less so. Keep fighting," Layla Moran wrote, as Martin thanked her for her supportive words.Another fan sympathised: "People are already rationing their energy, many won’t be having much heating this winter.
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