Politics
Tories Reaffirm Commitment to Pension Triple Lock
Conservative deputy leader Alex Burghart has reaffirmed the party's commitment to the state pension triple lock, labeling pensioners a 'special case' who cannot increase their income. He argues that welfare reform should prioritize working-age benefits rather than retirees. Burghart also outlined plans for stricter unemployment benefits for young people and confirmed the party will not form electoral pacts with Reform UK, citing concerns over their financial transparency.