The policy – a manifesto commitment from the Conservatives – has been at the centre of discussions over how to help the economy recover from the coronavirus pandemic

Claim that wages element of formula is distorted by pandemic backed by latest figures, which would mean rise of over 8%

Boris Johnson's spokesman repeatedly refused to say he was 'committed' to the triple lock after reports it will be watered down to avoid a 7.4% hike in pensions

The Chancellor will use wage data due next month to decide its fate

Chancellor has hinted he could ditch promise to raise pension payments

UK inflation fell to 2% in July, a sharp plunge which suggested the Bank of England has no need to push up interest rates any time soon.