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Phoenix Group comments on the triple lock analysis in The Times

“Decisions around the state pension triple lock carry huge political significance given the impact on a large proportion of the electorate. Over half of retirees derive the majority of their retirement income from the state pension*, so any changes to the triple lock will have a material impact on the day-to-day lives of millions of… Read more »

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Clegg 'third most influential right-winger'
Clegg ‘third most influential right-winger’

Ian Dunt Nick Clegg’s attempts to convince his party that cooperation on deficit reduction is in line with liberal philosophy took a beating today when he was made the third most influential right-winger in the country. The Daily Telegraph list put David Cameron in the top spot and George Osborne in second place. But Mr… Read more »

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Child benefit row threatens to overrun Tory conference

By Ian Dunt The row over cuts to child benefits for higher earners is threatening to overrun the Tory party conference, with David Cameron refusing to back down. George Osborne announced on Monday that parents earning over £44,000 a year individually would not receive the benefit. The plan caused anger and confusion, especially given the… Read more »