AUDIO: Royal Mail 'pension albatross had to go'

Richard Hooper, who published a government report on the future of British Postal Services in 2010, reflects on government plans to take responsibility for all of Royal Mail's pensions, removing one of the biggest obstacles to privatisation of the company. More: continued here

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Royal Mail pension fund transfer due next month – BBC News

The Guardian Royal Mail pension fund transfer due next monthBBC NewsRoyal Mail pension fund assets and liabilities are set to be transferred to the government next month, subject to EU approval, the BBC understands. The move means that Royal Mail pensioners will enjoy a state guarantee of their retirement benefits.Osborne …

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Limits on food stamps needed for abuses – DesMoinesRegister.com

Limits on food stamps needed for abusesDesMoinesRegister.comI can't believe the Register thinks that it is “mean-sprited” for the Iowa Legislature to dictate what foods people can buy with food stamps (March 11, Roses & Thistles). As a state, federal and property taxpayer I think this is a excellent way to …

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