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"I voted in favour of the motion for a resolution as the general idea of cost efficiency in the EU is brought up. I am in favour of cutting costs related to the European Parliament. However, savings cannot be made at the expense of ordinary workers working in the European Parliament; their rights should be safeguarded at all times.
I support spending on the promotion of accessible artistic and cultural events which can enrich the lives of the population; this is why is supported the LUX film prize, despite misgivings on the seemingly large budget spent on this particular award. Savings can, and should, be made by limiting the expenses and wages of MEPs, for instance by linking the daily allowance to vouched-for expenses.
I also supported the raising of the retirement age for MEPs from 60 to 63. I feel that representatives enforcing a slashing of living standards for workers should at the very least accept that their privileges undergo the same treatment. However, I do not agree that the retirement age for workers should be raised. I will continue to support workers and trade unionists in their struggle against the increase in the retirement age."@en1
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