Czech lawmakers to debate pension reform

Lawmakers will continue debating the contentious pension reform today, where they can propose amendments. The special session also includes a bill to raise radio and television fees and expand the pool of payers, though it is unclear if it will reach its second reading.

On Wednesday, after 13 hours of debate, the broader pension changes remained unresolved, with opposition criticism and obstructive speeches dominating the discussion. The Social Affairs Committee had previously recommended approving the reform, which includes raising the retirement age incrementally, while the opposition insists on maintaining the current retirement age of 65.