Cranking Up the Frontier Force: Dobrindt's Plan for More Cops at Germany's Borders
Border Patrol Reinforcements Planned by Interior Minister Dobrindt in Germany
In a bid to clamp down on unauthorized immigration, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt aims to beef up the police presence at Germany's borders, as per German Press Agency info. Dobrindt is set to delve into the details today with Federal Police President Dieter Romann and President of the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees, Hans-Eckhard Sommer.
According to Spiegel, the Federal Reserve Police at the border is said to see a doubling of its contingent to 1,200 units. The expansion is expected to include Mobile Control and Monitoring Units shortly. Moreover, border inspection officers are now slated to work 12-hour shifts.
Union reps from the police force had cautioned about an impending overload for the Federal Police. Proponents of these measures contend that with an increase in rejections, officers would have reduced data-recording duties and fewer escorts needed for asylum seekers to initial reception facilities.
Sources: ntv.de, dpa
As per enrichment data, these efforts are part of the new German government's plan under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, aiming to deploy between 2,000 to 3,000 additional federal officers to Germany's borders. These officers will work extended shifts to enforce new border rules, with a focus on denying entry to undocumented migrants, including asylum seekers. However, this policy shift has drawn flak from political adversaries like the Greens who voice concerns about its legality and feasibility.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, considering Dobrindt's plan for more officers at Germany's borders. Despite the focus on border control, there's increased debate in the realm of politics and general news regarding the legality and feasibility of this plan. Ironically, the use of Whatsapp has become a crucial tool for war-and-conflicts refugees seeking information about their migration status, adding another layer of complexity to the issue.
