Pressure mounting on UK Government to scrap Triple Lock Guarantee in order to save billions of pounds

Pressure mounting on UK Government to scrap Triple Lock Guarantee in order to save billions of pounds

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The video discusses the challenges faced by the UK government regarding pension policies, particularly the triple lock system. It highlights the financial strain posed by an aging population and the potential savings from adjusting the triple lock. The generational divide in income is explored, with older generations seeing income rises while younger ones face declines. Public opinion suggests a need to balance pensioner benefits with support for younger generations, prompting a debate on future policy changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main issue the current chancellor is dealing with regarding pensions?

Reducing the retirement age

A ticking pensions time bomb

Increasing pensioner poverty

Increasing the pension age

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one proposed change to the triple lock system?

Increasing the percentage to 3.5%

Removing the triple lock entirely

Lowering the floor to 1.5%

Keeping it unchanged

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much could the state pension cost increase between 2020 to 2025?

£10 billion

£24 billion

£30 billion

£15 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the change in average income for the over 60s since 2008?

Decreased by 11%

Decreased by 5%

Increased by 7%

Increased by 11%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the public sentiment regarding the financial status of pensioners compared to young working families?

Young families are better off

Pensioners are worse off

Both are equally well off

Pensioners are better off