Polish Workers Leaving Germany Featured in MDR Documentary

MDR aired the 15‑minute documentary “Abschied von Deutschland” on 11 July 2026. The report examines the growing trend of Polish employees returning to Poland, highlighting why they are leaving Germany and what draws them back. It also explores the consequences for German businesses that have relied on this labour pool.

The programme was broadcast live at 18:00 CET and is available for replay via the MDR Mediathek. It situates the shift within broader demographic changes, noting that fewer new Polish migrants are arriving while the outflow accelerates.