Retirement Age Adjustment Act of 2009
Rationale
Raising the retirement age to 65 helps secure sustainable pensions as people live longer. This adjustment strengthens the welfare system, protects future benefits, and ensures long-term stability for all workers.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Retirement Age Policy |
Retirement at 55
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Retirement at 65
|
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Retirement Age PolicyProposer
Party
Social Labour Democrats (Sld)
The Social Labour Democrats is a modern social‑democratic party focused on fairness, strong workers’ rights, and a reliable welfare state. We work to reduce inequality, support working families, and ensure equal opportunities in education, healthcare, and employment.
Core pillars
Lawrence Collins
Activist · Age 50
A reclusive but well-connected intellectual, Lawrence Collins leverages his wealth and academic background to quietly shape policy from behind the scenes, relying on his extensive network to advance progressive causes.
Timeline
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Draft23 April 2009
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Vote Open24 May 2009
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Vote Closed23 July 2009
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Did Not Become Law23 July 2009
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
National Assembly
FailedFor: 0 / 100 seats (0.0%)
Against: 88 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 12
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | 46 | No | No reason given |
| Northsea Democratic Alliance | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Northsea First | 21 | No | No reason given |
| Seamans Alliance | 21 | No | No reason given |
| Social Labour Democrats (Sld) Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |