Carer Compensation Under Scrutiny: Discussion at Social Service Station Sulzbach-Rosenberg Led by Susanne Hierl
Bundestag member Susanne Hierl recently dropped by the Ecumenical Social Station in Sulzbach-Rosenberg for a chat with staff and guests. The CSU politician was impressed by the newly built day care facility during her tour. She was well-versed in the pay structure of employees at the facility, concurring with managing director Günther Koller that the first-year apprentice salary of around 1,200 euros is substantial.
Of course, the topic of facility-based vaccination obligations wasn't left untouched. Board member Wolfgang Rattai and administrative director Birgit Singer-Grimm shared the necessary information on vaccine mandates, and the potential consequences. Hierl expressed her disappointment that this decision in the German Bundestag could only be made as part of a package. The CSU politician had advocated for individual votes, but her suggestion was rejected by a majority.
Koller appreciated the Bundestag's decision to allow only care providers who adhere to collective agreements moving forward. He flat-out rejected a proposed transition period already demanded by private care providers. The ever-growing bureaucracy debate also came up, with nursing service managers expressing frustration that the politically promised reduction of bureaucracy has gone in the opposite direction in recent years.
Elsewhere in the news:
- Tragedy struck in Seugast on Friday evening, where an 18-year-old car occupant lost their life, while a 19-year-old survived and was hospitalized. Police are currently investigating the incident for possible negligent homicide.
- Another young man met with a fatal car accident in the Upper Palatinate. According to preliminary reports, both boys were driving recklessly at high speeds during the night.
- Shocking statistics indicate a spike in police shootings this year, with numbers already matching those of 2024 by the end of the first half. Stakeholders are discussing possible solutions to curb this unsettling trend.
- Victory for TSV Neunkirchen as VfB Weiden's championship team finds a new home within their ranks, following VfB Weiden's withdrawal. This marks the first time in years that TSV Neunkirchen will field their own team.
- A cyclist in Wunsiedel suffered severe injuries after being hit by a skid steer loader while the loader was dumping gravel.
- A barn in Kelheim district burned down, resulting in significant damage.
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- In the realm of policy-and-legislation, the ongoing discussions at the German Bundestag include the remuneration of care providers, as well as an individual vote on facility-based vaccination obligations, which was unfortunately rejected.
- Amidst the general-news, TSV Neunkirchen secured a notable victory, as VfB Weiden's championship team joined their ranks, marking a significant change for TSV Neunkirchen in recent years.
