Unfortunatley, this countrys taxes pay for our social benefits system and the black hole that is the NHS. Both are a bit of a joke, and a paid for with any taxes which come into the coffers.

The way of curbing inflation is to raise the general cost of living without increasing pay. If people get huge 10 - 20% pay rises to match it ends up being a vicious circle which is hard to get out of. (most of the 1980's).

Tough times ahead, just have to knuckle down and get on with it, or move away. Canada would be/is my choice, as I wouldnt bring a young family up in the UK.