Irish government criticized for delaying living wage increase amid cost-of-living crisis.

The Irish government faces criticism for delaying the introduction of a living wage to €14.75 an hour until 2029, accused by opposition parties of having an "anti-worker agenda." Delays in sick leave increases and pension auto-enrolment have also been met with outrage, as workers struggle with the cost-of-living crisis. The government defends the delays, pointing to a 33% increase in the minimum wage over five years and current wage growth exceeding inflation.