We need a cost of living revolt

People Before Profit are petitioning the Government and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions calling for urgent action on the cost of living.

We are calling for:

1. Workers’ action on the cost of living

Unions should prepare for workplace action if the Government refuses to act.

2. Price caps on essentials

The Government must introduce price caps on fuel, groceries, energy and other essentials. Workers and families cannot be left at the mercy of profiteers.

3. Pay rises above inflation

Unions should fight for above-inflation pay rises across the economy. The Government must offer inflation-beating pay increases in the next round of public sector pay talks.

4. Emergency supports now

The Government should introduce emergency energy credits and cost-of-disability payments to support workers, families and disabled people as costs spiral.

People Before Profit TDs is organising a Workers’ Forum on September 8th: a space for workers to share experiences, learn from each other, organise collectively and to bring their issues onto the national political agenda.