Romanian MPs vote special pensions for themselves

The Romanian Parliament adopted on June 16 the special pension law for MPs. Deputies and senators will receive an extra monthly allowance when they reach retirement age, the new law states. A former senator or deputy would receive RON 1,500 (EUR 334) per month for one term in office. Those who had two terms, would receive RON 3,000 (EUR 668), whereas those who had three terms would get RON 4,500 (about EUR 1,000). This amount would add to the normal pension. The MPs that are charged with corruption will not receive the special pension. Some 303 of the MPs voted in favor of the law, 124 voted against and 2 abstained, reports local Hotnews.ro. President Klaus Iohannis needs to sign the law before it is enforced. editor@romania-insider.com