Yes it is, and I don’t think anyone’s wages have increased at the same rate as the cost of necessities like fuel, food, medical etc.
You are right, it’s one (only one) of the reasons Brown is so disliked. There will be serious problems over here later this year now that UNISON members have agreed to strike. A BIG union (NHS). And others will follow. There is already talk of a 3 day week.
Watch this space....