the government wants the pension of 1,200 euros gross to come into force this autumn

To pass the reform, the government had put forward a flagship measure. A guaranteed minimum retirement pension of up to 1,200 euros gross per month, or 85% of the minimum wage, from October. But ultimately, not for everyone. Roger is 78 years old, he is in his twelfth year of retirement after a long career. Today, he receives 970 euros per month, but it is impossible for him to know if he will be one of the beneficiaries. His career profile cannot be found online. Still, he hopes it will increase, even if it won’t be enough to complete his retirement.

1 million people will receive the pension from October 9

The minimum pension of 1,200 euros gross is granted only to those who have had a full career, paid at minimum wage, and full time. Concretely, today, 1,800,000 retirees should see their pension increase between 25 and 100 euros. 1 million will see this increase from October 9, the remaining 800,000, who have more complicated files, will have it during 2024 with retroactivity. An unfair shift for the unions, including Michel Beaugas, confederal secretary of FO. According to the government, 20,000 new retirees should, each year, receive a minimum pension of 1,200 euros gross.