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Reform UK's economic adviser suggests ending pensioners' triple lock

20 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

Reform UK's new economic adviser, Mitchell Palmer, has proposed ending the pensions triple lock, labeling it unsustainable. He has also advocated for the privatization of the NHS and views immigration as a means to alleviate poverty.
These controversial positions reflect a significant shift in economic policy under the leadership of Robert Jenrick.
The pensions triple lock guarantees that pensioners' payments increase by the highest of inflation, average earnings, or 2.5% each year. This policy has been a cornerstone of support for older citizens, and its potential repeal could have significant implications for the political landscape as the UK faces economic…
Palmer's recommendations signal a broader ideological shift within Reform UK, prioritizing free-market principles over traditional welfare measures. The call to end the pensions triple lock may resonate with fiscal conservatives but could alienate older voters who depend on this security.

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