Lünen restaurateurs worry new minijob reform will raise costs

Restaurant owners in the German town of Lünen are expressing concern over a proposed reform of the country's minijob system. They warn that the changes could increase labor costs and disrupt the operation of their businesses. Manuel Kraas, who runs the Westermanns Stammhaus, and co‑owner Anke Westermann say the uncertainty is a "catastrophe" for small eateries that rely on low‑wage staff.

The potential reform is seen locally as a threat to profitability, prompting calls for clarification before any legislation is enacted.