The cost of living is climbing at an exceptionally fast pace across the OECD, with inflation in several countries reaching levels not seen in 40 years or longer. As steep increases in the prices of energy and food are causing hardship for low-income people in particular, labour market and social policies have crucial roles in protecting living standards, and in sharing losses between households, employers and governments.
Income support for working-age individuals and their families
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