Business1d ago
What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The triple lock mechanism is designed to protect the state pension by ensuring its value does not fall behind inflation or growth in average wages. It dictates how annual pension payment adjustments are calculated.
WHY IT MATTERS
It determines the financial security and annual income adjustments for millions of state pensioners.
The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.
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