Young people could soon start paying into their pension fund much earlier - from age 20 instead of 25.
That’s the idea backed by a committee of the National Council, which says contributing longer would mean better pensions later on.
The Liberals are on board, arguing every franc paid young multiplies over time.
But the left isn’t convinced. They warn it could make young workers more expensive to hire and cut their take-home pay, with little real benefit down the line.
New covid variant being monitored
A new coronavirus variant is being closely monitored.
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Property tax change coming in 2029
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Top court rules protestors' fines stand
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Bern considers US defense contracts
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