One of the areas discussed briefly on the leader’s debates, was how we treat the elderly. It’s something close to my heart as one of my parents is in care, and the other is being looked after at home.
The impact on my family has been huge. We have had to devote much of our time and energy to looking after them. What assistance do we get from the Government? Almost nothing; nobody from social services asks us if we would like a break, or offers any assistance.
My parents worked hard and saved hard. If they had blown their money on drinking, fast cars or holidays, the state would pay for their care. This Government has rewarded those who make no effort to save and penalised those who prepare for the future.
Interest rates have been kept low, hammering pensioners and savers. It is the profligate that are rewarded. One of Comrade Brown’s first actions as Chancellor was to withdraw tax relief from pension companies. In return for all this, what do pensioners get? A free television license!
If the issues I have raised have rung any bells, please pass on this blog’s details to someone else.
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