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What is the triple lock?
The state pension 'triple lock' ensures the pension rises by the highest of inflation, average earnings growth, or 2.5%. It's designed to protect pensioners' incomes but is very costly for the government. Lord Walker believes it's unsustainable and puts a huge strain on the UK's budget.
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