According to the government, people should have the right to retire early on a state pension if they have been working since they were teenagers. The government presented its proposal for a pension for employees who started working at a very early age. If you have worked for at least 42 years when you reach 61, you have the right to retire on a state pension one to three years earlier than other people. Trade unions are rejoicing at the news while employers and others have their doubts.
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