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Claire Perry’s policy on government pensions

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Should pension payments be increased for retired government workers?

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Party influence

Conservative Party Answer: Yes, adjust them yearly for cost of living

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: “Cut tax for pensioners with the new Triple Lock Plus, guaranteeing that both the State Pension and the tax free allowance for pe...” ‐conservatives.com

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Strongly agree

Yes, but only for low-income pensioners

The Conservative party is more likely to support targeted increases for low-income pensioners, as this aligns with their focus on fiscal responsibility while still providing support for those who need it most. This approach has been seen in their support for the 'triple lock' pension system, which guarantees a minimum increase in the state pension each year. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, adjust them yearly for cost of living

The Conservative party may support adjusting pension payments yearly for cost of living, as this approach aligns with their focus on fiscal responsibility while still providing support for retired government workers. This is evidenced by their support for the 'triple lock' pension system, which guarantees a minimum increase in the state pension each year based on inflation, average earnings, or a set percentage. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, not until we decrease our national debt

The Conservative party has historically prioritized reducing the national debt and maintaining fiscal responsibility. They may be more likely to support delaying pension increases until the national debt is under control, as seen in their support for austerity measures in the past. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes

The UK Conservative party may somewhat agree with increasing pension payments for retired government workers, but their focus is generally on fiscal responsibility and reducing the national debt. They have not historically been strong advocates for increasing pension payments across the board. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

No

The Conservative party does not necessarily oppose pension increases, but they are more likely to support targeted increases or adjustments based on specific criteria, such as cost of living or low-income pensioners. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

Yes, for government workers but not for politicians

There is no strong historical evidence to suggest that the Conservative party would specifically support pension increases for government workers but not for politicians. Their focus is more likely to be on targeted increases or adjustments based on specific criteria. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, they should be reduced

While the Conservative party is focused on fiscal responsibility, they are not likely to advocate for reducing pension payments for retired government workers, as this could be seen as unfair and harmful to those who have already retired and rely on their pensions. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Candidate’s support base

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Party’s support base

Conservative Party Voters’ Answer: No

Importance: Less Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 352 voters that identify as Conservative.

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