Critics in the German Parliament denounce the Bafög reform proposed by the traffic light coalition.
The critics in the Bundestag have spoken out against the Bafög changes being proposed by the "traffic light" administration. The new plan doesn't address the issue of rising expenses. As Nadine Schön, deputy head of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, stated during the parliament's initial debate on the bill, "Everything from rent to food, fuel, and energy is increasing in cost."
There has been a substantial boost in the citizen's income, but young people are being disregarded. According to her, this is not the proper budget allocation. Various other opposition members expressed similar views.
The reform offers a starting grant of 1,000 euros to first-year students from less affluent backgrounds beginning in the fall, which can be utilized for buying a laptop, purchasing textbooks, or financing the relocation to their study location. The actual Bafög allotment will not change. It was most recently raised by 5.75% for the 2022/23 winter semester. The goal of the reform is also to enhance tax-free allowances by taking personal income and that of parents' into account less in order to raise the number of Bafög beneficiaries.
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The opposition in the Bundestag strongly disagrees with the Bafög reform proposed by the traffic light coalition, believing it does not adequately address rising expenses. After Nadine Schön's criticisms during the initial debate, several other opposition members have voiced similar concerns. Despite the reform including a starting grant for first-year students, consulting with experts is needed to ensure it effectively helps young people facing financial struggles.
Source: www.ntv.de
