Tag #Cost Of Living

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German Ice Cream Prices Surge Amidst Rising Costs

Ice cream prices in Germany have increased due to rising personnel costs, electricity prices, and rent, ranging from €1.50 to €3.00 per scoop depending on location; this compares to 30 Pfennig in the mid-1980s.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
dutchnews.nl
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Dutch Parties Clash Over Cost-of-Living Crisis Amid 3.8% Inflation"

Dutch political parties are debating solutions to combat 3.8% inflation, with proposals ranging from wage increases and tax changes to social benefit adjustments, revealing stark contrasts in approaches and potentially foreshadowing the upcoming election.

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No Poverty
forbes.com
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14,000 Americans Retire in Portugal: Rising Costs and Government Response

Approximately 14,000 Americans currently reside in Portugal, drawn by its favorable climate, affordable cost of living (though rising), quality healthcare, and large expat community; however, this influx has increased property prices in popular areas.

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Reduced Inequality
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UK Energy Price Cap to Rise Again in April

Ofgem will announce a new energy price cap on April 1st, increasing average household annual energy bills by £85 to £1823, the third consecutive rise, affecting 26 million homes in England, Wales, and Scotland due to colder weather and reduced European gas storage.

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No Poverty
dailymail.co.uk
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UK Energy Bills to Rise 6.4% in April

British energy bills will rise by 6.4% from April 1st, increasing the average annual household bill by £111 to £1,849 due to increased European gas prices and policy costs, impacting millions on standard variable tariffs despite lower seasonal energy usage.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
bbc.com
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UK Energy Prices Rise 6.4%, Exacerbating Fuel Poverty

A 6.4% rise in UK energy prices from April will add £111 yearly to 26 million households' bills, pushing many into fuel poverty, as reported by Citizens Advice who saw a 35% increase in energy debt support requests and over 5,000 applications for the Household Support Fund in 2025.

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No Poverty
nos.nl
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Dutch Water Board Taxes Increase by 8 Percent

Dutch water boards are raising taxes by 8 percent to €4.3 billion this year, primarily due to increased flood protection costs (€2.3 billion) and wastewater purification expenses, impacting households differently based on location, home value, and household size.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
theguardian.com
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English and Welsh Rail Fares Increase by 4.6%

Rail fares in England and Wales will rise by 4.6% from Sunday, impacting annual season tickets and railcards, despite ongoing service issues; the government justifies this as necessary due to the railway's financial problems.

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Reduced Inequality
theguardian.com
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Energy Bills to Rise: Consumers Urged to Switch to Fixed Deals

The average British energy bill will rise by £111 to £1,849 in April, prompting advice to switch to cheaper fixed deals offering savings of up to £230 yearly, driven by a 6.4% increase to the energy price cap affecting 22 million customers.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
theguardian.com
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UK Energy Bills to Surge £111 Annually

The average annual energy bill for British households will rise by £111 to £1,849 from April, driven by a 6.4% increase in the energy price cap, largely reflecting increased wholesale gas prices, impacting 9 million households immediately.

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No Poverty
smh.com.au
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Australia's Spending Crisis: Unfunded Pledges Fuel National Debt Concerns

Australia's Albanese government is facing criticism for its high spending, exceeding any first-term government since 1972, amidst a cost of living crisis and an upcoming election where both major parties have pledged significant unfunded spending increases, potentially leading to unsustainable debt ...

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Reduced Inequality
smh.com.au
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Australia's Private Insurers Propose Coordinated Maternity Care to Prevent Hospital Closures

Facing closures due to rising costs and falling demand, Australia's private health insurers proposed a plan to offer coordinated maternity care packages from midwives, GPs, and obstetricians to reduce costs for expectant mothers, potentially increasing private maternity care utilization and preventi...

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Good Health and Well-being

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