Macron publicly backs PM’s decision to freeze landmark pensions reform – POLITICO
The freeze helped ensure Lecornu’s government would at least temporarily have the tacit support of the Socialists, who…
Ditch state pension triple lock and tie it to earnings, IFS tells Reeves
Triple lock benefits richer pensioners the most and makes the public finances unpredictable, warn experts Rachel Reeves should…
People on State Pension due to find out new payment rates this week
The earnings growth rate is on track to be the Triple Lock measure used for the 2026/27 annual…
How much extra a month will pensioners in Spain get next year?
Friday, 17 October 2025, 14:55 Pensioners in Spain will see another significant pay rise from January, albeit somewhat…
I’m 69 and struggling to pay bills
Jane Foley is among thousands of people whose private pensions have fallen behind the cost of living due…
France downgraded by S&P as budget uncertainty ‘remains elevated’ – POLITICO
The freeze of the pensions law until the next presidential election in 2027 was significant concession to the Socialist…
You’ve retired but still need to budget for decades
From pensions and savings income to free prescriptions, cheap train tickets and cinema screenings – here’s how to…
Millions of public sector workers can continue to take pension cash from age 55
The Government has proposed allowing some members of the Local Government Pension Scheme to continue to access their…
EU considers withholding funds from countries that don’t fix pension systems – POLITICO
“You can’t buy pension reform,” said a deputy finance minister. “It’s going to hit the nerve of what…
As France burned, Macron was looking for his legacy – POLITICO
With fewer than 20 months left in the Elysée Palace, Macron is laser-focused on cementing his place in…