Understanding Witwenrente Schweiz Changes by Bundesrat
Witwenrente Schweiz is on the move as the Bundesrat has decided to abolish lifelong benefits for widows. The new regulation allows support until the youngest child reaches 25 years, irrespective of marital status. Previously, women received a lifelong pension while widowers were limited to payments until their child reached adulthood. This move is set to align pensions with current social conditions and aims to eliminate gender inequalities.
Key Changes to Witwenrente Schweiz
- Beneficiaries will receive support until the youngest child is 25.
- Current pensions for individuals over 55 will continue.
- The reform aims to reduce AHV expenses by approximately 350 million CHF by 2030.
- It addresses gender inequalities established by the European Court of Human Rights.
Implementation and Reactions
While the reform is supported by many conservative factions, criticism arises from groups like SP and the Greens, arguing it could worsen circumstances for specific groups of women.
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