New pensions chief to lead fresh talks with the unions France's new pensions chief Laurent Pietraszewski has officially taken over from Jean-Paul Delevoye to lead fresh talks with unions about the government's controversial pensions overhaul. His predecessor was forced to resign when it emerged he had failed to declare income alongside his government salary. A crippling transport strike now in its 14th day has hurt businesses, worn out commuters and cast a shadow over holiday plans. IMAGES