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Germany disability benefits & regulations

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Latest: Germany broadcasting fee exemptions for students and disabled persons

Since July 2026, Germany’s Grad der Behinderung (GdB) scale links disability grades to tiered benefits. A GdB ≥ 50 grants broadcasting-fee exemptions, free public transport, extra vacation, tax relief, and employment pro

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Germany welfare reform and AI tools

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Latest: Germany's Grundsicherung System Strains Courts and Jobcenters

In late July 2026, Germany’s new basic‑benefits reform (Grundsicherung) began operating. Outplacement specialist Marc Wagener argued that the current sanction system, which penalises missed appointments, could be made mo