The German authorities plan to review the system of basic unemployment benefits (Bürgergeld) received by refugees. However, experts believe this is unlikely to lead to significant changes.
According to Bild, under agreements between the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and a potential coalition partner, the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD), payments could be completely stopped for those who refuse a job offer. However, specialists note that this possibility existed before but was rarely applied in practice.
Formally, such a measure was possible before, but none of my colleagues have encountered it. As a rule, all sanctions are challenged, and payments continue, a job center employee told the publication.
Bürgergeld is a basic social assistance program in Germany intended for people who cannot secure a minimum level of income for themselves and their families. The benefit is available to both German citizens and foreigners, including minor children living with parents who receive the payments.
