June 29th 2023.
The cost-of-living crisis has been devastating for individuals trying to make ends meet. In Brighton and Hove, the constituency in which I serve, rent is often two-thirds of monthly income, and mortgage payments as high as 50%. Disabled constituents who can't work are struggling to pay bills.
This is why people turn to our political leaders for solutions. Unfortunately, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been unable to provide the reassurance or bold solutions that are needed. When asked about the crisis on Sunday, he simply said "We've got to hold our nerve and stick to the plan".
Sunak's lack of understanding is infuriating. This is the same man who suggested ignoring recommendations for public sector pay rises and announced "cheaper beer in pubs" as a Brexit benefit, despite the price of a pint rising by 50p in a year. It's clear that he's not only out of touch, but on a different planet entirely.
The Conservative Government has rejected proposals to help those struggling, such as providing free school meals, rent controls, and universal childcare. They have also failed to address the root cause of the crisis - inequality. The IMF has stated that corporate profits account for almost half of the Eurozone's inflation in the past two years.
The Greens are offering solutions that will make today more liveable and the future more sustainable. This includes giving public sector workers fair and decent pay in line with inflation, increasing Universal Credit, and taking action to tackle inequality.
Now more than ever, people need immediate help and long-term hope. We need to be brave enough to champion policies that will make this a reality. We must ensure that we don't repeat the mistakes of the past.
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