We should all settle for fixed cost of living rise

THE social partners — the Government, trade unions and the employers — are currently engaged in pay talks which will have serious repercussions for every man, woman and child in Ireland.

In the event that the talks result, as on numerous occasions before, in percentage wage increases, this can only widen the gap between the wealthy and the poor.

After all, 10% of 100 is 10 while 10% on a 1,000 is 100.