Raise the minimum wage to reflect the housing crisis!
The housing crisis in the UK has gotten out of hand. The majority of young citizens will likely never be able to fully own a house! Something has to be done!
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- 24 OCT 2025Petition rejectedduplicate
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/731569
- 27 SEPT 2025Petition created
Background
To match the buying power of a low-wage worker from the 1970s, the UK minimum wage would need to be approximately £42.90 per hour, a significant increase from the current rate of £12.21 per hour (for those 21 and over). This calculation accounts for the fact that the average house price has risen much faster than wages over the last 50 years, making homeownership vastly less affordable. We’re not asking for a raise from 12.21 to 42.90 but the difference is egregious and should be raised!