Last year the Government betrayed pensioners by scrapping the “triple lock” which ensured that pensions rose at least by the rate of inflation.

And as inflation continues to soar this decision is costing pensioners hundreds of pounds.

The “triple lock” was introduced by the Liberal Democrats in Government between 2010 and 2015 and resulted in record rises in the state pension.

Now the Liberal Democrats are calling for the “triple lock” to be immediately reintroduced – rather than to wait until next year as hinted at by the Government.

This will help pensioners right now, when they need it, with the rising cost of living.