Germany reforms parental allowance to save 500 million euros
German Family Minister Lisa Paus proposes reducing parental allowance from 14 to 12 months.
Published 6j2 sources✓ ConfirmedImportantupdated 6j
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The fact
The plan also includes a requirement for fathers to take three months, up from two currently.
The measure aims to save 500 million euros annually amid budget constraints.
Why it matters
Cette réforme structurelle touche des millions de familles et s'inscrit dans un effort plus large de consolidation budgétaire en Allemagne, influençant les politiques sociales européennes.