"From the government pushing ahead with welfare reforms to the beginning of autumn to how the debate around freed speech has changed in Germany as compared to the US this week, here's what we're talking about at The Local. Inside Germany is our weekly look at some of the news, talking points and gossip in Germany that you might've missed. It's published each Saturday and members can receive it directly to their inbox by going to their newsletter preferences."
"German government leaders had already hinted that serious budget cuts were coming before the summer holiday period, and now it's time to deliver. Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the Bundestag this week to say that he would lead an autumn of reforms. Most residents can expect to feel these reforms in the form of cuts to certain welfare benefits."
"According to Klingbeil, "significant changes" for Burgergeld will be an issue. Exactly where to raise taxes is also likely to become a point of contention, with members of the SPD having suggested they are open to bringing forward a wealth tax, which would have the approval of the majority of German voters, whereas CDU/CSU leaders have been vocal in their opposition to the idea."
German leaders plan a series of austerity measures and reforms this autumn aimed at rebalancing the federal budget. Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged an autumn of reforms and officials warned of cuts to welfare benefits such as Burgergeld. Coalition partners CDU/CSU and SPD publicly emphasize unity, while internal disputes loom over where to raise revenue. SPD figures have proposed bringing forward a wealth tax, opposed by CDU/CSU. The Deutschlandticket price will rise by 5 at the start of next year, while commuters and restaurant-goers will see modest tax reliefs. Economic strains raise concerns about bolstering support for the far-right.
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