Rosário Palma Ramalho, Minister of Labour, Solidarity and Social Security, ruled out this Monday any possibility of Social Security reform during the current legislative term. The minister guaranteed that "current pensions are absolutely sacred", reiterating that she does not intend to change the existing pension system.
The minister also said that this is the moment to reflect on the medium and long-term sustainability of the system, but without advancing concrete measures. The statements come at a time when the country is debating the sustainability of Social Security and the future of pensions.
The executive of António Costa thus seeks to reassure pensioners and workers who fear changes to the Social Security system. The minister's position comes after various criticisms and concerns raised by opposition parties and trade union organizations regarding the viability of the system.
