The Papers: 'Burnham's triple shock' and 'City face expulsion'
Summary
Prime Minister Andy Burnham gave a speech at the Labour Party conference outlining plans to end the state pension "triple lock" by 2030 and replace it with a "double lock," which changes how pensions increase each year. He also promised a new national care service, hinted at reopening the Brexit deal with Europe, and suggested reforming the voting system. Meanwhile, Manchester City football club faces potential expulsion from the Premier League due to financial rule breaches.Key Facts
- Burnham plans to stop the triple lock on pensions by 2030 and replace it with a double lock, removing the connection to wage growth.
- The double lock means pensions will go up by inflation or a minimum of 2.5%, whichever is higher.
- Burnham wants to create a new national care service funded partly by changes to pensions.
- The prime minister admitted his plan may come with political difficulties but said action is necessary.
- Burnham suggested reopening the Brexit deal with the European Union and considering changes to the voting system.
- Manchester City football club has been found guilty of breaking Premier League financial rules and may be expelled.
- The speech was emotional, with Burnham referencing his late father and expressing a hopeful vision for Britain.
- Media reports vary in tone, with some supporting the plans and others criticizing cuts to pensions and closer EU ties.
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