“We will assume a power given to us by the Constitution”, affirms Franck Riester

Will the requisitions continue? “We must also understand that we must ensure that the country is not blocked. If dialogue does not allow us to find solutions and we find ourselves [face] in situations where there is a blockage, we take our responsibilities”explains Franck Riester, Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament, guest of the “4 Truths” of France 2, Friday, October 14.

The policy dialogue on pensions has been launched. “There is a need to ensure the sustainability of the pension system. To also ensure the purchasing power of retirees in the future. There are not fifty solutions if we do not want to create taxes additional contributions, additional contributions. You have to work longer”assures the Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament.

Article 49.3 should be used to pass the Budget. “Our country needs a budget. We will assume a power given to us by the Constitution, which is to allow, thanks to 49.3, to vote on the budget, but after the parliamentary debate”concludes Franck Riester.