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Chancellor's Budget Sparks Outrage: Pensioners Win, Workers Lose

11/27/2025

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Critics criticize Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget for favoring pensioners over working adults.
The government cuts the cash ISA limit for working-age individuals, forcing savings above £12,000 into markets while pensioners remain exempt.
The government's triple lock pledge will raise the state pension by £575 next year, benefiting the elderly.
Critics call the package a "naked bribe" to gain votes and warn the state pension could become taxable.

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Critics criticize Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget for favoring pensioners over working adults.
The government cuts the cash ISA limit for working-age individuals, forcing savings above £12,000 into markets while pensioners remain exempt.
The government's triple lock pledge will raise the state pension by £575 next year, benefiting the elderly.
Critics call the package a "naked bribe" to gain votes and warn the state pension could become taxable.