Ireland. Warning of cuts to social welfare unless pension age is raised to 67

Cuts to social welfare will be needed if the new government does not push up the pension age to 67 next year.

The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has warned that reductions in other social protection payments may be necessary if the pension age stays the same.

It said ensuring the pension system is sustainable is vital if current workers are to receive a pension when they reach retirement age in the future.

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