Cost of Living Crisis
Total 22 Posts
The rise in inflation in the UK, in addition to the economic impact of global issues including the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine and COVID-19 pandemic have meant that the UK's cost of living is the most affected of advanced economies.
Rishi Sunak’s new law could force workers to break strikes
5 min read
The strikes bill making its way through parliament potentially means employers will be able to block workers from taking industrial action. Despite his efforts to portray trade unions as out-of-control, is Rishi Sunak misreading the voters’ opinion?
The long-term effects of austerity last for generations
4 min read
Public spending cuts and the soaring cost of living will not only affect people’s lives now but could trickle down through generations.
Universal free school meals would make a huge difference to the cost-of-living crisis
4 min read
Widening access to free school meals would be an investment in England’s children.
UK strikes: Why the government must start mediating talks, according to negotiation experts
5 min read
Unions are calling on the government to negotiate on pay, here’s how it could mediate discussions between employers and unions.
Just Stop Oil joined thousands demanding a general election and action on the cost of living crisis
3 min read
Just Stop Oil joined the People’s Assembly coalition in a protest on Saturday to demand a general election and an immediate response to the climate and cost of living crisis.
What to do if your supplier takes you to court
7 min read
What can you do if your supplier wants to apply for a warrant to install a prepayment meter in your home? Here are much-needed information and guidance about cost of living support and consumer rights.
Truss’s dead cat splat
6 min read
If Liz Truss can do this much damage in 2 days, God knows what she can do in 2 years.