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A lump of coal for Waspi women?

Political Currency

CHAPTER

Pension Politics and Parliamentary Breaks

This chapter examines the political landscape surrounding the upcoming parliamentary break, with a focus on Labour's proposals for local governance and the contentious pension age changes for women under the WASPI campaign. It highlights the frustrations faced by affected women and Labour MPs regarding the government's refusal to provide compensation, as well as the historical context of pension reforms. The discussion reveals broader implications for political accountability and the management of public expectations in light of electoral considerations.

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