Call for joint action from European unions and associations against the high cost of living

European unions and associations called for demonstrations across the continent on 20-22 November against the high cost of living.

According to news in the national press, representatives of unions and associations defending the right to housing from 7 European countries held a meeting in Paris, the capital of France.

The unions and associations in question called for a coordinated action against the high cost of living across the continent between 20-22 November.

The demands of European unions and associations include controlling energy, food and housing prices, guaranteeing the right to housing, and increasing the salaries of employees and retirees.

Carme Arcarazo, Spokesperson of the Confederation of Spanish Tenants' Unions, stated at the press conference held here that there is a critical moment in purchasing power in Europe, and that they are meeting to move forward in a coordinated manner during this period.

Arcarazo said that they want public services such as education and health to be secured and that they demand an end to armament policies.

Benjamin Ball, the coordination member of the Yellow Vest movement, said, "Millions of us will take to the streets and show that the people should govern, not billionaires." he said.