Active pensioning seen as a solution to the lack of skilled workers garnering skepticism from Greens party - Active pensions, according to Linnemann, could be a solution to mitigate skills shortages - Greens express reservations
In an interview on the RTL and ntv show "Early Start", Britta Haßelmann, General Secretary of the CDU, discussed a proposal to combat the skilled labor shortage in Germany. The proposal, put forth by the federal government, is the introduction of an "active pension".
The active pension is a tax-free monthly allowance of up to 2,000 euros, intended for individuals aged 60 and over who choose to continue working beyond retirement. Haßelmann, however, expressed doubts about the proposal's effectiveness, stating that one measure alone will not solve the skilled labor shortage.
The active pension is considered an "important pillar" to better reward performance for those who continue working, but it is not clear whether this policy is a new initiative or an existing one being expanded. The specific age at which the active pension becomes available is not specified, and it does not appear to be connected to any specific industry or profession.
The Greens party has also expressed skepticism about the active pension proposal, adding to the ongoing debate about this policy. Haßelmann, in response, emphasized the need for more health prevention as part of the solution.
The source of funding for the active pension is not mentioned in the interview. The Rheinische Post is likely a source of information about the interview and Haßelmann's comments.
Haßelmann further stated that it is important to consider how people aged 60 and over who want to work longer can do so, but she acknowledged that the active pension is still being discussed and debated. She emphasized that multiple measures will be necessary to address the skilled labor shortage in Germany.
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