UK Pensioners warned 'honoured tradition' could be scrapped after next election

State pensioners have been alerted that a long-standing tradition could be abolished (Image: PixeloneStocker via Getty Images)

State pensioners have been alerted that a long-standing tradition could be abolished by the Labour Party government and the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ). The future of the Triple Lock, a benefit state pensioners have enjoyed since 2011, is uncertain.

Currently, the triple lock adds £12 billion annually to government expenses, but the Labour Party has pledged its support, albeit with conditions. Experts have suggested that the government might adopt Australia's "smoothed earnings link" model after the next election. Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch commented: "Let's see what mess Rachel Reeves leaves for us."

Ms Badenoch added: "If we