The government leaders intend to reform Germany's welfare benefits system, particularly focusing on 'Bürgergeld', which may involve significant cuts to save over one billion euros. Chancellor Friedrich Merz advocates for reforms including capping rent payments covered by welfare. He suggested adjusting unemployment benefits to discourage individuals from receiving them while engaged in undeclared work. Federal Labour Minister Bärbel Bas plans to propose a draft for these reforms post-summer, aiming for a more targeted approach to help individuals return to the workforce effectively.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced intentions to reform Germany's welfare benefits system, specifically suggesting cuts to 'Bürgergeld' to save more than one billion euros.
The Chancellor proposes implementing a cap on rental payments covered by benefits and adjusting entitlements to prevent individuals from collecting unemployment benefits alongside undeclared work.
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