Petition · past parliament
Stop using the term "benefit" when referring to the state pension.
Closed
42 signatures
What the petition asks
Calling the state pension a "benefit" is offensive. Civil servants and MPs refer to the state pension under this heading but it does not reflect the tax and NI paid, and the years of working required to qualify. Furthermore it demeans pensioners and undermines dignity in old age.
Timeline
| 18 Mar 2017 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 May 2017 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
42
Status
Closed
Opened
18 Mar 2017
Closed
2 May 2017
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.