Cork protest hears of panic over soaring costs

Surging fuel prices and back-to-school costs are causing grave concern to families, say people taking part in Monday's protest

Campaigners at the cost of living protest outside  City Hall, Cork. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Panic about back-to-school costs and a fear of the impending winter as people face soaring fuel prices were the main concerns voiced at a protest in Cork before Government breaks for summer.

A motion calling for an emergency budget to tackle the spiralling cost of living was to be called for at Cork City Council’s final meeting before summer recess after protesters dispersed from the gathering outside.