GRThe article discusses a Greek government regulation introduced by Minister of Labor Niko Keraméou that aims to end cuts to pensions for widows and widowers. Over 200,000 beneficiaries were affected by these cuts, which had been in place since 2020 under the Kataragkalaou law. The new regulation removes the 50% reduction after three years and allows recipients to continue receiving their full pension without further reductions. It also clarifies that they will not be required to repay previously cut amounts, nor will they lose their dual national pensions if they qualify. However, legal experts argue that the lack of retroactive payments constitutes unfair treatment. The regulation is expected to take effect in July and will impact around 8,500 public sector retirees and 4,000 from the OGA.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the regulation as a positive development, emphasizing the removal of cuts and the restoration of full pensions. However, it also highlights concerns raised by legal circles regarding fairness and retroactive payments. While there is some advocacy for the beneficiaries, the tone,
