Thousands of people are expected to join nationwide protests against the rising cost of living today - with a demonstration planned in Manchester city centre. The People's Assembly has organised a march and protest in Piccadilly Gardens from 1pm this afternoon (Saturday).
The outfit has also teamed up with the Rail, Maritime and Transport workers Union to protest against the loss of 800 P&O Ferries staff. Dozens of unions from across the north west are joining forces this afternoon to 'demand meaningful action from the government' over the rising cost of living - after many people complained Rishi Sunak's Spring Statement last week did not go far enough to help those in need.
A spokesperson for The People's Assembly said: "The cost of living crisis is having a horrifying impact on people’s lives, with millions being driven into poverty and many into total destitution, and the Tories recent spring statement offers nothing to those who really need it. Despite gas and oil companies making record breaking profits, the Tory government will not impose any kind of wealth tax and instead burden ordinary people with 54 per cent energy bill increases."
