Incomes and Prices

Lord Suri Excerpts

Monday 31st October 2022 Lords Chamber

[Viscount Younger of Leckie (Con)]

We are certainly very aware of these pressures. The uplifts to which I alluded in my earlier answer are the highest in nearly 20 years, reflecting the vital contributions that public sector workers make to our country and the cost of living pressures facing households. More than 2 million workers will benefit across the country. I should also say to the noble Baroness that most overall pay awards in the public sector are similar to those in the private sector.

[Lord Suri (Con)]

My Lords, it is not an easy task to keep incomes up with prices. We have heard what the Government are doing, but I think this needs more of a helping hand from the Government.

[Viscount Younger of Leckie (Con)]

My noble friend makes a very good point. I have taken note of what he has said.