Labour cuts could hit pensioners' TV licences

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Ed Balls
Ed Balls

Fears that wealthier pensioners could lose their free TV licence were sparked yesterday when shadow chancellor Ed Balls hinted that they may be targeted for cuts under a Labour government. In an interview with BBC Newsnight, Mr Balls hinted that it was "pragmatic" to continue offering the benefit universally.
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