Bbc To Means Test Over 75S

bobbs202 | 08:46 Mon 15th Jul 2019 | News

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I'm wondering how this will work,will everyone over 75 have to have their incomes scrutinised?
I apologise for not adding a link but saw this on the ribbon of news that runs along the bottom of news on tv.

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//So basically, for saving towards a private pension when you retire ,you're screwed?// Such people get screwed all the time, bobbs. Those with no savings and who rely solely on the State Pension receive enormous amounts in the way of perks. Among the many are free dental treatment, additional pension if they have not accrued enough NI contributions and -...

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ladybirder

Bobbs, all you do is go to NJ's answer and click on Best Answer. If ever you change your mind you just go to the new person you want to have it and click Best Answer again.

bobbs202

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Thank you Lb, much appreciated

bobbs202

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I don't have a best answer option, just a report one :/

ladybirder

It's at the start of the post not at the end.

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To be exact, click on Mark as Best Answer at beginning of post.

pixie374

Means testing would make much more sense than just age. Although, I would prefer it was a choice to receive it and pay for it. That would prove whether it was worth it or not.

bobbs202

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Arh okay lb , thank you

sunny-dave

The first thing that should be done is restrict any free licence to a property where ALL the adults are over 75 - it makes no sense to give a freebie to anyone with a granny in the attic.

I'd also like to see any free licence dependant on proving that you've actually been paying the full amount for the previous 10 years (at least).

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