- Swiss parliament is still divided over how to fund the 13th monthly state pension payment approved by voters two years ago.
- The National Council backed financing it temporarily through a VAT increase only, rejecting a compromise that also raised salary contributions.
- The lower house also extended the temporary VAT funding period to the end of 2033 instead of 2030.
- Left-wing parties prefer payroll taxes, while opponents say that would overburden a shrinking workforce.
- The social insurance minister said the measure still needs a permanent long-term funding solution.
Source: lenews.ch
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