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French nurse criticizes insufficient pension after retiring at 62

A 67-year-old nurse in France, Sylvie, has expressed dissatisfaction with her pension following her retirement at age 62. After 25 years of contributions, her monthly pension is 1,790 euros gross, or approximately 1,625 euros net.

Sylvie noted that this is a significant reduction from her previous monthly earnings of 2,300 euros gross (roughly 1,900 euros net). She stated to the media that the amount is insufficient given the physically demanding nature of her career, which included long hours, sleepless nights, and working in both public and private hospitals and nursing homes in western France.

Her reduced income is attributed to several factors, including the number of years contributed, her chosen retirement age, and the specific regulations of the French pension system.

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