EU ‘must co-ordinate efforts on wage rises’

European leaders should instigate a co-ordinated effort to increase wages for low- and middle-income earners if they are genuine about ensuring a recovery.

Economist Professor Ozlem Onaran urged the move at a conference held at Croke Park by the Think-Tank for Action on Social Change. He said the Government should link the minimum wage to cost of living.

Prof Onaran said