People keep attacking the triple lock but nobody ever seems to mention gold plated civil service pensions. Itโs those that will bankrupt the country.
Not so long ago Christians were being told not to wear a cross at work, the NHS was one place where it happened. Now we are being told that carrying a knife is permitted if you are a Sikh. The contrast is stark and utterly indefensible.
This government canโt have it both ways.
If a State Pension is being classed as a benefit then it should not be used as part of your tax allowance as benefits are non taxable.