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Critics accuse German government of quietly freezing citizen's allowance

Original: Im Hintergrund wird heimlich, still und leise, daran gearbeitet, das # Bürgergeld ( Grundsicherung) mal wieder nicht zu

Commentators in Germany claim work is underway behind the scenes to avoid raising the Bürgergeld, the country's basic income support, despite ongoing inflation. Critics argue recipients are being hit by rising prices while politicians, with Bavaria's Markus Söder cited as a leading voice, push instead for cuts to the benefit. The debate reflects broader tension over welfare levels and the cost of living.

Why now: Inflation and political calls for benefit cuts have reignited debate over whether the Bürgergeld will be increased

BürgergeldMarkus SöderGermanyCSU

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