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Undisclosed labors in the spotlight: Monitoring hotels and eateries

German customs officials carried out operations against illegal employment and undeclared work in hotels and restaurants nationwide on Saturday. Approximately 2,400 employees from various customs offices took part in these operations, as revealed by the General Customs Directorate in Bonn. The...

The customs badge on an officer's uniform.
The customs badge on an officer's uniform.

The hospitality sector is thriving. - Undisclosed labors in the spotlight: Monitoring hotels and eateries

During this process, the attention will be on adhering to the minimum wage requirements and properly tracking working hours, the General Customs Directorate added. Customs officials will also be on the lookout for any illegal gains derived from social benefits.

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In the German labor market, employers in the hospitality industry are expected to strictly follow work and wage regulations. This scrutiny extends to customs officials, who are tasked with detecting any illicit profits derived from social benefits. The broader context of this issue highlights the importance of addressing undisclosed labor practices, even as Germany navigates other challenges like returning to normality post-pandemic or dealing with political protests.

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