quadruple lock

noun

A proposed extension to the triple lock on the state pension that would raise the personal tax-free allowance for retirees in line with the highest of the three measures.

Meanings

nounquadruple lock (plural quadruple locks)

plural quadruple locks

  1. UKbusinessA proposed extension to the triple lock on the state pension that would raise the personal tax-free allowance for retirees in line with the highest of the three measures.
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Chicago

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