Pensions
UK Shelves Decision on When to Raise Pension Age to 68
The delay follows violent protests spurred by the French government’s decision to increase France’s pension age to 64 from 62.
Tag: France
News
French Fume as Macron Bypasses Parliament to Pass Pension Reform
Widespread protests and no-confidence votes respond to move to force through legislation that increases the retirement age to 64 from 62.
Newsmakers
France Braces for Further Protests Over Retirement Age Increase
After Tuesday walk-outs, unions are calling for massive demonstrations this weekend.
Newsmakers
Macron Wins French Election, Leaving Door Open for Pension Reform
Macron’s victory does not necessarily mean that the French public supports retirement age increases.
Newsmakers
What France’s First-Round Election Results Mean for Pension Reform
Macron has hinted that he will soften his stance on retirement age.
Newsmakers
President Macron of France Fighting to Raise Retirement Age Ahead of Election
The divisive issue has become a flashpoint of the campaign.
Newsmakers
France’s Chief Pension Reform Official Resigns Amid Protests
High Commissioner for Pensions Jean-Paul Delevoye resigns after failing to publicly disclose other positions he held, which potentially lead to conflicts of interest.
Risk
French Prime Minister Reveals Pension Reform Plan
New system will be consolidated from 42 separate plans into one.
Newsmakers
French President’s Pension Proposal Prompts Nationwide Strikes
Macron’s controversial strategy to stabilize the retirement plans' finances threatens to paralyze the economy.
Newsmakers
French Government Greenlights Blockchain
New rules permit crypto-tech unlisted security trading, cuts out middlemen.