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Debate Erupts Over State Pension Triple Lock and Benefits

2/18/2026

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Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, says the state pension triple lock is 'open for debate'.
Robert Jenrick, Treasury spokesperson, backs the triple lock and stresses its importance for pensioners.
Jenrick also announces plans to restore the two-child benefit cap, which Farage opposes.
Experts warn reform is needed to avoid a 2040 retirement crisis, echoed by Labour Government's pledge to maintain the triple lock until end of the current Parliament.

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Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, says the state pension triple lock is 'open for debate'.
Robert Jenrick, Treasury spokesperson, backs the triple lock and stresses its importance for pensioners.
Jenrick also announces plans to restore the two-child benefit cap, which Farage opposes.
Experts warn reform is needed to avoid a 2040 retirement crisis, echoed by Labour Government's pledge to maintain the triple lock until end of the current Parliament.