Posted in Economy Technology

Higher electricity and gas prices expected

(GermanPolicy.com) – In the coming months there may be further price increases for electricity and gas. Customers should be prepared for this, according to an…

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FDP for higher additional income limits for social assistance

(GermanPolicy.com) – The socio-political spokesman for the FDP in the German Bundestag, Kober, has spoken out against a reduction in VAT on staple foods. Rather,…

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Social association criticizes plans for higher health insurance contributions

(GermanPolicy.com) – The social association VdK has criticized plans to increase contributions to statutory health insurance. Compensating for deficits in this way is currently sending…

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Federal Government decides on tax relief and higher commuter allowances

(GermanPolicy.com) – The Federal Cabinet has decided, in retrospect to 1 January, a tax relief for commuters and a higher basic allowance in citizens’ tax…

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FDP chairman Lindner against higher net borrowing

(GermanPolicy.com) – FDP chairman Christian Lindner is against increases in net borrowing as part of the coming Federal Budget beyond 100 billion Euros. The funds…

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Covid-19 slows down higher life expectancy

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a lower increase in life expectancy in Germany. The Federal Statistical Office announced that the average life expectancy for…

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Scholz wants higher taxes for strong earners

The candidate for Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD), wants to push through tax increases for high earners and wealthy people after the upcoming Bundestag election. The…

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