Summary
THE vast bill for the gold-plated pensions owed to teachers soared by more than a quarter last year, official figures reveal.
Total liability for their pension funds rose by a staggering 38billion, the equivalent of 1,500 for every family in Britain - although statisticians say the cost will be spread over 40 to 50 years.See the full content of this document
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Taxpayers' Bill for Teacher Pensions Soars 38bn in a Year
The increase, detailed in an obscure Government document, means the taxpayer now owes teachers 181.3billion, against 143billion a year ago and 119.7billion two years ago.
The 38...See the full content of this document
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