2024-11-04 09:32:00
For the third time in less than a week, the debate on the repeal of the pension reform is relaunched in a public session at the National Assembly. Monday, November 4, during the examination of the Social Security financing bill (PLFSS) for 2025, the deputies had to review several amendments, supported by the left and the center, which are part of in the desire to remove the postponement from 62 to 64 of the age of eligibility for a pension. Initiatives in this direction are multiplying, while remaining unsuccessful for the moment, while a clear majority of elected officials sitting at the Palais-Bourbon would like to draw a line under the rules promulgated in mid-April 2023. A difficult battle to face. follow, sometimes synonymous with a confused melee, especially since it sees political forces pursuing the same objective clash.
If the discussions do not turn into a slow race, the deputies were to examine, on Monday, almost identical amendments drafted by the four components of the New Popular Front (NFP). Their aim is to rewrite a report appearing in the annex to the PLFSS by introducing the idea that the shift in the legal retirement age is repealed, as is the increase in the contribution period required for a pension. full rate for certain generations – another mechanism established by the law of April 14, 2023. The amendments in question add that “the financial trajectory of basic pension plans includes the effects of this repeal”.
The approach is located “on the level of principles”confides Eric Coquerel, La France insoumise (LFI) deputy for Seine-Saint-Denis. If it were voted on, the provision carried by the left would, in fact, have no binding legal power, in particular because it clashes with article 40 of the Constitution, which prohibits parliamentary initiatives having the effect of creating or increase a public charge – which would be the case, in this case, since the disappearance of the 64-year-old rule would lead to additional expenses.
“A first step”
These amendments therefore constitute a way of continuing a political fight initiated for more than a year and a half. “It’s about maintaining a balance of power to show that we are not writing off this subjectexplains Jérôme Guedj, deputy (Socialists and related) for Essonne. If we do not achieve our goals under this legislature or by the end of Emmanuel Macron’s mandate, the removal of these age measures will be at the heart of the next presidential campaign in 2027.” For his part, André Chassaigne, the president of the Democratic and Republican Left group in the National Assembly, sees “a first step towards repeal”.
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**Interview with Eric Coquerel on the Repeal of the Pension Reform**
**Interviewer:** Good morning, Eric. Thank you for joining us today. As the debate on the pension reform repeal heats up in the National Assembly, can you share with us your perspective on this ongoing issue?
**Eric Coquerel:** Good morning, and thank you for having me. The pension reform, which postponed the eligibility age from 62 to 64, has been a contentious topic. Our goal is clear: we want to dismantle this reform and restore the previous age limit. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about the well-being of French workers and the principle of a fair pension system.
**Interviewer:** You’ve promised that the Assembly will repeal this reform by the end of the year. What steps are you taking to ensure this commitment is met?
**Eric Coquerel:** We are actively pushing for amendments during discussions around the Social Security Financing Bill for 2025. Several parties within the New Popular Front are collaborating to draft these amendments, aiming to effectively rewrite key sections related to the retirement age. Our unity is crucial, even as we face opposition from various political factions.
**Interviewer:** The battle seems challenging, especially since many amendments have yet to pass. How do you plan to navigate these difficulties?
**Eric Coquerel:** Indeed, it’s been a tough uphill battle. The support from the left and center is essential, but we also need to engage with the public to highlight the real impact of these reforms on everyday lives. Mobilizing citizens and ensuring they voice their concerns can add pressure on legislators to act decisively.
**Interviewer:** There are concerns about potential political conflicts among those supporting the repeal. How do you address this fragmentation?
**Eric Coquerel:** It’s a valid concern. While we share the same end goal, strategies can differ. Our approach is to foster dialogue among all groups opposed to the reform to present a united front. Cooperation is key; we may have different methods, but our objective remains the same.
**Interviewer:** Eric, if you could summarize the significance of repealing this pension reform for your constituents, what would you say?
**Eric Coquerel:** Repealing this reform is about dignity and respect for workers. It signifies a commitment to a just retirement system that honors years of hard work rather than pushing people to work longer without adequate support. It’s about advocating for social justice and fairness in our society.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Eric, for sharing your insights. We look forward to seeing how this debate unfolds in the coming months.
**Eric Coquerel:** Thank you for having me. Let’s hope for a positive outcome for all.