The importance of manifesto pledges on pensions

Jonathan Stapleton
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This year’s election marks the seventh time I have been able to cast my vote at a general election but I can honestly say it is the one I am looking forward to least. I can hardly wait until it is all over.

I know this sounds cynical but, as is the case with much of the electorate at the moment, I don't have a huge amount of faith in our MPs, which is a shame as many of them do a fantastic job. Yet...

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