Dispute Over Mütterrente Expansion Divides Politics and Business
A plan to expand pension credits for child-rearing years has sparked debate in Germany.
Social Security & Welfare
Get acquainted with the safety nets of German society. This category outlines the social security benefits, welfare programs, and eligibility criteria to ensure you have the support you need while living in Germany.
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German Refugee Freeze Sparks Legal Battles
Germany's new coalition government halted its refugee resettlement programme in April, leaving 183 approved cases in limbo and sparking legal challenges…
Cabinet Approves New German Pension Package
The German cabinet has passed a bill locking pension benefits at 48 percent of average wages until 2031, offering some stability for retirees and workers…
Germany’s Youth Shortfall Hits Record Low
Only 10% of Germany's residents were aged 15-24 at end of 2024, a historic low per Federal Statistical Office data.
Germany Faces Care Home Cost Crisis
The average monthly cost of a German nursing home place has reached €3,248, putting enormous pressure on families and elderly care planning for anyone…
Söder Targets Bürgergeld for Ukrainians
Bavarian premier Markus Söder is calling for a full rollback of Bürgergeld payments for Ukrainian refugees in Germany, intensifying a political debate over…
Mothers Take Most Sick-Child Leave in Germany
Barmer health insurer data confirm that mothers take sick-child leave far more frequently than fathers in Germany.
Stricter Welfare System Approved in Germany
Germany is fundamentally reforming its Bürgergeld welfare system just two years after launch.
Germany Overhauls Pension System
Germany's pension reforms have driven a sharp rise in disability pensions over the past decade.
Union Plans Major Tax Cuts While Targeting Welfare
The CDU and CSU have published their 2025 Bundestag election program, combining major tax cuts for workers and businesses with a proposed overhaul of…
Germany's Healthcare Sector Struggles with 47,400 Unfilled Jobs
Germany's healthcare system faces a shortage of roughly 47,400 skilled workers, creating both pressure on services and openings for internationally…
Germany's New Bürgergeld Rules Might Require You to Move Soon
Germany's updated Bürgergeld rules introduce stricter compliance requirements that may require some recipients to move.