Hikes are due for main pensions too

The Labor Ministry's redrafting of the social security system is expected to bring about an increase not only in auxiliary pensions but main pensions too for thousands of citizens.

In the wake of the recent verdicts by the Council of State, the special committees formed at the ministry's agencies are exploring scenarios with increases to main pensions issued after May 2016, as well as to auxiliary pensions reduced since July 2016.

Freelance professionals and farmers who up until today have paid their contributions based on the minimum salary should expect an increase in their monthly dues, while those with higher incomes will see a reduction in contributions, which later on will also concern all employers and salary workers in full-time employment.

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