I know of a few cases where the offspring are claiming their pension at the same time as their parents. As they are likely to follow their parents on length of life I think the offspring should work until both parents have been deceased for 5 years and not be paid any pension during that 5 years occupational or state.
I actually agree! Regardless of whether or not Frank and Bentley are the same person, this thread is one of those ridiculous statements of opinion which the OP knows will create a stir...
Haven't I seen a post start or contain the words "I know of a few cases where the offspring" somewhere before ?? I'm all with Ariadne on this one, and I'm sure we are not the only ones.?
My grandmother died at 103. Could anyone seriously suggesf that my parents should have waited until 85 and 82 to receive any pension. What a stupid suggestion.
Frank Strangely enough, I too was born in 1949 but I like to think my literary style is rather different from yours and Gerry's. No offence intended, of course
I don't know what year Ana was born but I was born in 1949. As Gerry sign in is bentley49 could we have been born the same year?. That may explain why our literary styles are similar.
I know a lady who is 72 widowed and an ex police officer. She was caring for her mother until a few months ago until she had to go in to care due to dementia. Is Gerry saying she should be out dealing with criminals until she is 77+?. I am saying 77+ because as far as I know the mother is still alive and in theory she could live for a few more years.