reform

Statutory health insurance reform passed by Bundestag after turbulent debate Germany’s Bundestag approved a statutory health insurance reform on July 10, 2026, after a heated session that underscored political urgency …

German reform package draws criticism for protecting elites and burdening vulnerable Critics say the German reform package cements privileges, burdens vulnerable groups and lacks clear financing or vision across pensions, …

Germans approve contentious GKV reform as Bundestag backs savings package in close vote Germany’s Bundestag approved the GKV reform on July 10, 2026, in a narrow vote that seeks to …

Bundestag Approves Automatic Child Benefit to Streamline Payments Bundestag approves automatic child benefit to speed payments and cut red tape, easing the burden on families amid budget strain from a …

German Constitutional Court rejects opposition bids, clearing way for Bundestag votes German Constitutional Court rejects opposition emergency appeals, clearing path for Bundestag votes on the Kassen‑Spargesetz and Heizungsgesetz on July …

Elterngeld Reform 2026: Purchasing Power Down 31.5% as Government Proposes 12‑Month Rule IW study finds Elterngeld lost 31.5% purchasing power by 2026; government proposes 12 months of payment, raises minimum …

EU emissions trading reform to slow cap cuts and introduce a flexible price ceiling EU emissions trading reform will ease near-term industry CO₂ costs with slower cap reductions, a dynamic …

Union Split Over Sunday Openings as Coalition Proposes Extended Retail Hours Germany’s coalition reform sparks debate over Sunday openings, pitting the Union’s economic wing against its labor faction over workers’ …

Elterngeld reform draws sharp criticism from Left and Greens Elterngeld reform sparks criticism as Family Minister Karin Prien proposes shorter benefit duration that opponents say will strain mothers and childcare …