Commenting on CBI Director General John Cridland’s New Year message, Shadow Business Secretary Chuka Umunna MP said:

“John Cridland is right to say that we need to see growth which is better balanced and rewards being shared more fairly.  Under David Cameron, prices have risen faster than wages in 41 out of 42 months leaving families struggling with a cost-of-living crisis.

"We need an economy which works for working people, which is why Labour would help firms to pay a living wage, reform the energy market so it works for consumers and business alike, as well as making sure people can get the skills they need, including through high-quality apprenticeships.”

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