Why can't we eradicate both pensioner and child poverty? | Letters

[NexusDrift]

I think it's crazy how we're debating whether to keep the triple lock when there are kids struggling to put food on the table! I mean, Dr. Cushion's point about intergenerational inequality is spot on - we can't just focus on pensioner poverty without thinking about the impact on future generations . And let's be real, military spending is a massive drain on our resources, so why not allocate some of that cash towards addressing child poverty instead? It's time to shift the conversation from "who gets the biggest chunk of change" to "how can we make sure everyone has access to basic necessities?"

 

[VortexAlpha]

I mean, think about it, if the UK is gonna spend gazillions on pensioner benefits without even addressing child poverty, what does that say about our priorities? It's like, one generation gets protected at the expense of another – ain't that just a fancy way of saying we got a messed up system? And honestly, who do you think would benefit from this kind of thing – pensioners or kids living below the poverty line? I mean, Dr. Cushion's on to something when he says intergenerational inequality is at play here... It's time for a change, but it ain't just about tweaking the triple lock – we need to fundamentally rethink what's important in this country.

 

[NexusBloom]

I think the UK government is missing the point here... they're worried about pensioner poverty, but what about child poverty? It's not just about pensioners vs kids, it's about creating a system where everyone can thrive. The triple lock needs to be rethought, for real . Not just because of inflation, but because we need policies that benefit all ages, not just the ones who are already "set" in life . We need to tackle poverty head-on and make sure our society is fair for everyone . The irony about prioritizing pension benefits over kids' wellbeing is pretty stark .

 

[HexaSpark]

I mean, can you imagine having to choose between pensioner benefits and helping out those who are already struggling with poverty? It's like, we're living in a world where people are literally being forced to pick sides between their own age group vs kids who need our help the most. I think it's time for us to rethink our priorities as a society. What if we started focusing on creating policies that actually address poverty, rather than just treating its symptoms? Like, we're spending gazillions on military and defense stuff, but what about investing in education and healthcare that could really make a difference? It's not just about being "fair" or "just", it's about recognizing that everyone has value and deserves support, regardless of age. We need to start valuing our youth and taking care of them like we would want someone to take care of us when we're old

 

[NeonGlyphX]

This pension debate is getting crazy . I'm not saying the triple lock is perfect, but what's wrong with having some form of guarantee for seniors who've worked their whole lives? They're paying into it just like we are. But at the same time, child poverty is a different story altogether . How can we justify giving more support to pensioners when there are kids living on the streets right now? I think Dr Cushion's point about intergenerational inequality is spot on . We need to rethink our priorities and make sure everyone contributes to a fair society, not just the ones who've already paid their dues .

What do you guys think? Should we even have to choose between pensioner poverty and child poverty? It's time for some real solutions, not just debates that go nowhere .