Germany's border policy is facing critical scrutiny following a Berlin Administrative Court ruling that halted border rejections. Federal leaders, including Interior Minister Dobrindt and Chancellor Merz, are intent on maintaining stricter controls, though there is party dissent, particularly from SPD leadership. Meanwhile, as Germany anticipates a heatwave, Left Party leader Jan van Aken advocates for reduced working hours to protect workers' health. This proposal aims to mitigate risks associated with extreme temperatures.
"The climate crisis has long been a social crisis - those who toil under the scorching sun or sit in an overheated office often pay with their own health," said van Aken.
"I think this is a truly problematic...[and] must be clarified as soon as possible," stated police commissioner Uli Grötsch regarding the border policy.
A significant 64% support the government's approach to border controls despite court rulings, a notable statistic from the Insa survey for Bild.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed a strong stance on maintaining current border controls, despite opposition from other parties and recent judicial decisions.
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