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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

What changes for pensions of uniformed personnel and public employees โ€“ Tax-free oil through mobile phones for farmers starting November 1

The Greek government has proposed significant tax and pension legislative changes affecting military personnel and rural farmers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The pension bonus for retirees has been frozen for two years: how much it would be if it had been updated

The bonus for retirees in Argentina has remained frozen at $70,000 for two years, significantly below what it would be if adjusted for inflation, causing substantial financial losses for low-income retirees.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Ukraine has decided to significantly raise pensions - they will increase from March 1.

Ukraine has announced a 12.1% increase in pensions and insurance payments starting March 1, as part of its ongoing pension enhancement policy amid economic challenges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pensions from Anses: who receives payments this Thursday, February 26

Anses is making pension payments today for beneficiaries with earnings above the minimum threshold, reflecting a 2.85% adjustment due to inflation.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The gap between women's and men's pension amounts. New Eurostat data

New Eurostat data reveals that women's pensions across the EU are generally lower than men's, with Poland seeing a significant but smaller gap of 14.5% in favor of men.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The Saeima will reconsider the law on replacing judges' retirement pensions with special pensions

The Saeima is set to re-evaluate legislation concerning the pension system for judges, focusing on the transition from retirement pensions to special pensions, with significant implications for judges' financial security and independence.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Pensions: Ogun Stateโ€™s giant initiative

Ogun State has introduced an Additional Pension Benefit for retirees to address past pension contributions issues, enhancing their retirement security.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Severe Accusation from a Member of Parliament: A Trap was Set for Pensioners

A Finnish MP criticizes the government for changes in support that could significantly reduce pensions for retirees who also draw unemployment benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The Chief Justice Calls for an Evaluation of the Judges' Pension Law

The Chief Justice of Latvia urges a comprehensive assessment of the judges' pension law to ensure judicial independence and financial security for judges.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

The Greek Path in Slovak / They wanted generous pensions, then came a 30 percent drop in living standards. Will this happen to us too?

The article discusses Slovakia's ongoing financial struggles and the recurring discussions about austerity measures aimed at avoiding a financial crisis similar to Greece's.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

8 major cost of living changes in 2026 including two huge DWP changes in April

The UK Government has announced eight significant cost of living support measures for 2026, including key changes from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Reduced pensions for communist leaders are fine, said the Constitutional Court

The Czech Constitutional Court has ruled that reduced pensions for former communist leaders are lawful and justified.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Former KSฤŒ Officials Will Continue to Receive Lower Pensions, Confirmed by the Constitutional Court

The Constitutional Court of Czechia has reaffirmed that former officials of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia (KSฤŒ) will remain subject to reduced pensions in a recent ruling.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Due to small pensions, will they take bribes? The Judicial Council points out risks in the retirement pension reform

The article discusses recent reforms to judicial pensions in Latvia that increase the required service years and adjust pension calculations, raising concerns about possible corruption due to lower benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Chairman of the Judicial Council: The service pension reform threatens judges' financial security and independence

Judges in Latvia face a new pension reform that increases service years required for special pensions from 20 to 25 years and alters pension calculation methods, raising concerns about financial security.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses: when do I receive my February pension if my ID ends in 9

The national social security administration in Argentina outlines the February pension payment schedule for individuals with IDs ending in 9.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ANSES Pensions: Who Receives Payments on Wednesday, February 25

The National Social Security Administration (ANSES) in Argentina is set to transfer pension funds to beneficiaries whose ID documents end in 4 and 5 on February 25, reflecting monthly updates to their payments.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Payment date of Anses: the payment schedule for this Wednesday, February 25

The Argentine National Social Security Administration (Anses) has released the payment schedule for citizens based on the last digit of their national ID for February 25.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Taxation of Foreign Survivors' Pensions Does Not Violate Equality Principle, Tokyo District Court Dismisses Claim

The Tokyo District Court ruled that taxation on foreign survivors' pensions does not violate the principle of equality, dismissing a claim from beneficiaries opposing the taxation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Seniors with pensions up to 1000 euros will no longer need to recover tax refunds

Non-working seniors with pensions up to 1000 euros are no longer required to recover tax overpayments, including medical expenses.

Feb 25 โ€ข 06:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

DWP disability employment support plans for 2026 and beyond

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled new initiatives to enhance employment opportunities for disabled individuals and those with long-term health conditions.

Feb 25 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Month by month, when I receive my retirement in 2026

The Argentine social security agency Anses has released the full payment schedule for pensions and retirements for the year 2026.

Feb 24 โ€ข 22:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Pensions and emigration abroad: here are the countries where the Inps allowance is worth more

Italy is increasingly paying pensions outside its borders, with a projected rise in international INPS allowances to 675,000 by 2025, signaling a shift in trends as a new tax bill is discussed to encourage pensioners to return to small municipalities in Italy.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The most educated women, but penalized in work. Salaries 25% lower and pensions 44% lower

Despite being more educated, women in Italy continue to face significant wage disparities in the workplace, with salaries averaging 25% lower than men's and pensions 44% less.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

DWP cuts thousands of benefits after households miss deadline

Over 356,000 households in the UK have had their benefits cut by the Department for Work and Pensions due to failing to respond to migration letters regarding the transition to Universal Credit.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pensions from Anses: Who is receiving payments on Tuesday, February 24

The National Social Security Administration (Anses) is transferring pension funds on February 24, benefiting various groups of recipients based on their ID document termination numbers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The headlines of the newspapers today, Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Today's newspaper headlines from Greece cover various topics including external balances, pension changes, public employment, and significant political issues.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Backlash for Many Retiring

A new universal support scheme will reduce partial early retirement pensions for unemployed individuals beginning on May 1.

Feb 24 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What do we do with fear when no one is there?

A group of retirees in Argentina gathers weekly in front of Congress to protest against inadequate pensions and the growing difficulties of life, highlighting a broader climate of vulnerability and fear among the population.

Feb 23 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Harsh setback for retirees โ€“ Do you belong to this group?

Finland's pension security agency has announced that partial early retirement pensions will now be considered income for the new basic income support starting in May, significantly impacting some retirees' finances.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Sell all shares with Russian connections

The article argues for the divestment of Swedish pension funds from companies with ties to Russia, reflecting on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine four years after the invasion.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Payment Date of Anses: The Payment Schedule for This Monday, February 23

On February 23, Anses will execute bank payments for retirees and beneficiaries based on their national ID termination numbers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pensions from Anses: who gets paid this Monday, February 23

On Monday, February 23, the National Social Security Administration (Anses) begins crediting pensions and social benefits based on the termination of the beneficiaries' ID numbers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis says anyone who had children from 1978 - 2010 'could be in line for ยฃ5,000'

Martin Lewis highlights that parents who took time off work between 1978 and 2010 may be entitled to significant back payments related to state pensions due to an administrative error.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Pensions continue to grow. What is the current average pension amount in Latvia?

The average old-age pension in Latvia increased to 615.7 euros in the past year, reflecting a 56.8% rise from 2021.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses: when do I receive the February pension if my ID ends in 8

The national social security agency Anses outlines the payment schedule for pensions in February for those whose ID ends in 8, detailing different dates based on the type of pension or retirement funds received.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Average pension increase to 18 euros in January

The average increase in primary pensions in Greece for January is limited to 18 euros, reflecting government-set adjustments amidst rising disparities in pension amounts based on employment sector.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

AD FEATURE: A gift, a will or an inheritance: What to tell DWP if your savings suddenly change

The article advises individuals receiving Universal Credit on how to inform the Department for Work and Pensions about changes in savings due to gifts, inheritances, or other income.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

March Pensions: When They Are Paid to Beneficiaries

The payment dates for March 2026 pensions in Greece have been announced, separating payments for salaried and non-salaried beneficiaries.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Pensions, Talk Lies. Everyone Shoots at the System but Here are the Real Numbers

A recent Italian television report highlights emotional stories about the pension system while discussing political divides over necessary reforms.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Does property protection shield pensions from cuts? 'Childish doctrine,' says expert

The article discusses the debate over whether pensions can be cut due to property protection laws in Finland, with expert Timo Viherkenttรค questioning the validity of this argument.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

DWP shares full list of support available to workers with endometriosis

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has released a comprehensive list of support available for workers suffering from endometriosis, a condition affecting approximately 1.5 million women.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Lower the Threshold for the Second Degree State Pension: Raising 3 Children Would Be Enough

A Lithuanian lawmaker proposes reducing the requirement for state pensions for large families from five children to three to better reflect demographic realities.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses Calendar: What Social Benefits Are Paid in the Week of February 23 to 27

The Anses continues its payment of social benefits during the week of February 23 to 27, including pensions and family allowances.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses: when do I receive my February pension if my ID ends in 7

The article discusses the payment schedule for pensions in Argentina for those whose ID ends in 7, with specific dates provided for different types of beneficiaries.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

What jobs did Sheinbaum have before becoming president? 'I will retire with my ISSSTE pension'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum discusses her previous jobs and her upcoming pension during a presentation of the 'Pensions without privileges' reform.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Residents said what they would do with the money received from the second pension pillar: options are varied

A recent survey reveals that a significant portion of Lithuanians plan to invest their pension funds in various financial instruments, while others prefer spending or saving the money.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Almost R$ 8 million lost: losses in a fund linked to Banco Master may affect retirements of civil servants in MG

Civil servants in Pouso Alegre, MG may struggle to receive their pensions due to significant losses in a fund associated with Banco Master.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Peasant and Greens Union proposes state pensions for parents raising three or more children

The Peasant and Greens Union in Lithuania has registered a proposal to allocate state pensions to parents who have raised three or more children.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

USU: The Under-Secretary of State Ministry of Finance would not rule out pension cuts from cost-saving measures

Juha Majanen, the Under-Secretary of State in Finland's Ministry of Finance, suggests that pension cuts could be considered as part of necessary financial adjustments.

Feb 21 โ€ข 03:19 UTC

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