Lawmakers suggest giving pensioners an additional payment, referred to as the 13th pension.
In a recent statement made in the State Duma, the chairman of the Fair Russia - For Truth party, Sergei Mironov, announced a proposed initiative for Russian pensioners. The party is advocating for the introduction of a 13th pension, a payment that would be made in addition to the standard pension, by the end of the year.
The 13th pension is akin to the 13th salary, a common practice in some industries where employees receive an extra payment towards the end of the year. This additional pension could prove to be a significant boost for pensioners, allowing them to celebrate the New Year more comfortably, beyond just basic products.
Mironov highlighted that while some colleagues have shown support for the proposal, the majority has yet to express agreement. Nonetheless, the proposal is currently under discussion, and its adoption is still pending.
If implemented, the 13th pension could provide pensioners with the means to buy gifts for their grandchildren, enhancing the holiday spirit for many families. Without this additional support, pensioners may only be able to afford basic necessities for their New Year celebrations.
[1] https://www.fairrussia.ru/news/13-пенсии-для-пенсионеров-проект-законопроекта-о-введении-13-пенсии-для-пенсионеров-в-госдуму/ [2] https://tass.ru/obschestvo/14230942
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The proposal for a 13th pension, currently under discussion in the State Duma, falls under the umbrella of policy-and-legislation and politics. If adopted, this additional pension could potentially be a game-changer for Russian pensioners, allowing them to purchase more than just basic necessities for their New Year celebrations, and maybe even buy gifts for their grandchildren, fostering a sense of joy and holiday spirit in many families. However, it remains to be seen whether the majority of colleagues will agree to the initiative, as expressed support has been limited so far. [1] [2]
