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cost-of-living allowance

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  1. A wage increase to help workers keep up with inflation.


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After Mack workers voted down the deal, the UAW sent a strike notice to the company saying "many topics" remain at issue, including wage increases, cost-of-living allowance, job security and wage progression.

From Reuters

Mr. Fain said talks are continuing with all three companies but acknowledged “productive” conversations with Stellantis on issues including a cost-of-living allowance and the right to strike over plant closures.

From Washington Times

Saudi citizens will also lose a bonus cost-of-living allowance that had been in place since 2018, according to the country’s finance minister.

From Washington Times

Some retirees and unions sued, arguing that New Jersey law gives retirees a contractual right to the cost-of-living allowance increases.

From Washington Times

Only German lawmakers have a higher cost-of-living allowance, nearly $5,220, and Belgian lawmakers get none.

From Washington Post