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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Karl Matchett

Andy Burnham urged to scrap state pension triple lock by major business group

A major business organisation has urged Andy Burnham to scrap the state pension triple lock, claiming it would save over £3bn across just two years.

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) says the priority must be on creating a growth agenda for Britain rather than increasing taxes once again, using the billions saved in tax on state pension payouts to invest in the cost of employment and doing business.

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