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Why was I advised to pay married women's stamp towards state pension? STEVE WEBB replies

Why was I advised to pay married women's stamp towards state pension? STEVE WEBB replies

I was advised by the DWP after having my children and returning to work to pay half stamp. I worked full time, was never unemployed and not often sick.

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