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Work until 69? Bundesbank's call sparks German debate
Add BT as a preferred sourcePublished Sun, Aug 21, 2016 · 09:50 PM
Berlin
THE German central bank's call for people to work until age 69 has reignited a fierce debate in Europe's fast-ageing top economy, with analysts backing it while politicians show their opposition ahead of key elections.
Economy Minister and Vice-Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel was swift to condemn it, saying: "A factory worker, a shop assistant, a nurse, a care-giver would find this idea nuts. So do I."
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