This means that the incomes of pensioners will be almost £2000 lower in real terms. It is absolutely unacceptable.
John Swinney: “This means that the incomes of pensioners will be almost £2000 lower in real terms. It is absolutely unacceptable.”
On the recordOctober 1, 2026
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scotEditor's note · Context
Discussing the impact of pension changes on Scottish pensioners.
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