SPD News
Frei Rules Out Talks on Early Retirement Policy
Thorsten Frei, leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, stated there is no room for negotiation on the planned abolition of the "Rente mit 63" (early retirement without penalty after 45 years of contributions). This comes amid growing criticism from seven state premiers.
Gerhard Schröder's ex-spokesperson Uwe-Karsten Heye dies at 85
Uwe-Karsten Heye, a former government spokesperson under Chancellor Gerhard Schröder and a seasoned journalist, has died at the age of 85. He served as the government's press chief for four years starting in 1998.
Rehlinger Opposes End to "Rente mit 63" Pension Option
Saarland's Minister President Anke Rehlinger has joined eastern German leaders in opposing the federal government's planned pension reform that would end the "Rente mit 63" early retirement option. She has offered a compromise to CSU leader Söder.
