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Burnham vows to end existing pension triple lock in 2030 to help fund care
The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced at the Labour Party conference that the state pension triple‑lock will be scrapped from 2030 to free funding for a new national care service. He also outlined a broader transformation agenda, pledging greater public control over housing, water and energy utilities. Burnham hinted at possible reforms to the UK electoral system as part of his plan. The proposals were presented as the first steps of his government’s agenda to reshape public services.
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