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Modernizing Checks: Focussing on Quality Over Quantity
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Whether it's a dusty motorway rest area or a bustling construction site, the faces of those working hard to build our world can often appear open and honest. But amid the chaos of efficient machinery and tireless labor, there lies a clandestine world of illicit practices lurking in the shadows - a world where the rules of law and justice are deliberately flouted. In the heart of Saxony, the customs office is standing firm against this dark underbelly - albeit with a new approach.
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Fewer Checks, Bigger Impact
Amidst rising demands, the customs office in Saxony is battling black work with determination. The Trade Union IG BAU has sounded the alarm over the growing issue of black work, particularly on construction sites, drawing emphasis on the need for stricter checks and more personnel. While you might expect this to mean more checks, the reality is quite different.
Customs in Saxony is shifting focus. Instead of relying on quantity, they're devoting their efforts to quality. The number of checks has diminished, but the investigations themselves have become more precision-based, delving deep into the heart of each case.
“We’re phasing out the quantitative target figures and honing in on high-value, in-depth inspections,” says Heike Wilsdorf, customs spokeswoman, in defense of the new strategy.
The strategy is proving its worth. Despite fewer checks, fines and penalties for black work and illegal employment last year surpassed the 1.7 million euro mark. Wilsdorf explains the encouraging statistics with simple logic: “We're looking to crack down on organized black work and criminal structures.”
A Step in the Right Direction
But the construction union IG BAU is not entirely satisfied, calling for more routine checks to put a stop to illegal practices at the ground level.
Frank Tekkilic, the union spokesman, argues their case with conviction: “Two years ago, we demanded the doubling of inspectors. That would be 16,000, to effectively combat it.” The challenge lies in finding, training, and financing a workforce for such a mammoth task – a task that the Saxony customs office is working tirelessly to tackle.
However, the union's demand is not falling on deaf ears. The increased fines and penalties imposed last year demonstrate the Saxony customs office's commitment to addressing illegal employment.
The Dark Side of the Coin
As the fight against black work marches on, the culprits are becoming ever more sophisticated. Tactics for exploiting loopholes in labor laws are becoming increasingly complex, and the authorities must adapt to stay ahead of the game. Customs officers investing more time and resources into each case is becoming a necessity, which could potentially create an illusion that fewer checks are being carried out.
However, the aim of the new approach is not just to combat individual cases, but to dismantle whole criminal networks that profit from illegal employment. The challenge is great, but the commitment is strong.
The Fight Continues
This is just the beginning of a monumental battle. The customs office in Saxony is driving change through sheer determination and a refusal to let the dark side of employment practices persist in the shadows. At UPDATE, we’re here to keep you updated on every twist and turn. Stay tuned for more groundbreaking stories and the facts that matter. Together, we’ll unravel the mysteries that hint at a world beyond the surface.
The customs office in Saxony, while reducing the number of checks, is focusing more on quality investigations to combat black work effectively. Despite this shift, the Construction Union IG BAU still advocates for more frequent checks to curb illegal practices at ground level.
