Why is the Government going after pensioners?
It's time to tax the rich.
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Pensioners have the highest median household wealth of any age group per ONS data and the lowest UK poverty rate at 16%. The policy expands Winter Fuel Payments to most pensioners but recovers the small amount automatically via tax from those with incomes over £35,000.
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Absolutely the correct decision but this is political suicide. Have to respect it
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He’s right about the conclusion that football fans are treated differently (classism) but wrong about the solution.
Any matchgoing fan doesn’t want or need to drink in the stands. What we want is cheaper ticket prices and a commitment to uphold English football culture








