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Brandenburg Raises Public Contract Threshold to Boost SMEs

Brandenburg will raise the threshold for direct awards of public contracts for construction and services to €100,000, from €1,000, to help SMEs and reduce bureaucracy, despite concerns about potential wage reductions.

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Dutch Contractors Face Unenforceable Contract Clauses Shifting Financial Risk

In the Netherlands, independent contractors (ZZP'ers) increasingly face contract clauses that unfairly shift financial risks, like fines for misclassified employment, onto them; these clauses, while often legally invalid, are creating fear and uncertainty, particularly within the ICT and business se...

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Belarus Eliminates Pension Restrictions for Working Retirees

Belarus lifted restrictions on pension amounts for working pensioners on January 1, 2025, leading to approximately 10,000 retirees returning to the workforce; previously, 110,000 faced deductions up to 500 rubles (140 euros).

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High German Rents Fuel Job Mobility Crisis

A PwC survey of 4,000 German professionals reveals that high rents in major cities are pushing 10% of respondents to change jobs and influencing another 35% to consider it; the difficulty of finding affordable housing is considered a matter of 'pure luck' by almost 90%.

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German Business Startups Rise Slightly, But Trend Remains Sideways

Germany saw a 3 percent rise in business startups in 2024, reaching 585,000, but this follows a sideways trend since 2018, with many founders preferring part-time ventures due to a difficult job market; however, the number of businesses closing still outnumbers new ones.

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U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Despite Impending Federal Layoffs

Initial jobless claims in the U.S. dropped to 220,000 for the week ending March 8, defying analyst expectations of 226,000, despite upcoming federal job cuts stemming from President Trump's downsizing efforts implemented by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency and already affecting thousa...

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Greek Workers Face Wage Stagnation Amidst Rising Living Costs

A survey of Greek private sector employees reveals that 60% had no salary increase last year, 88% cut essential food spending, and 58% of renters spend over 40% of income on rent and heating; only 29% are covered by collective bargaining agreements.

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Audi to Cut 7,500 German Jobs by 2029

Audi announced 7,500 job cuts in Germany by 2029, primarily in administration and development, to improve efficiency and avoid compulsory redundancies until 2033, despite a previous proposal for 12,000 job cuts. Employee profit sharing will be reduced to offset costs.

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High German Rents Hamper Companies' Quest for Skilled Workers

A PwC survey of 4,000 German professionals reveals that high rents in major cities are a significant obstacle for companies seeking skilled workers, with 35 percent considering job changes due to housing costs and 10 percent having already relocated for this reason.

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Spain's Sick Leave Surge: A 44.9% Increase Between 2019 and 2024"

Between 2019 and 2024, common contingency sick leaves in Spain increased by 44.9%, totaling over 290 million days, impacting nearly 950,000 workers; this rise is attributed to recurrent cases, increased psychiatric leaves, and longer durations of prolonged absences, straining the healthcare system.

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EU Launches Skills Union to Combat Critical Worker Shortages

The European Union faces a critical shortage of skilled workers, impacting 80% of SMEs and over 40 professions, primarily due to demographic shifts, technological advancements, and mismatched skills. The EU is launching the Skills Union initiative to address this through investment in education, ups...

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Soaring Demand for Remote Jobs in Healthcare, Tech, and Business Operations by 2033

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a nearly 20% increase in healthcare, business operations, and tech job openings by 2033, with high demand for remote roles; Resume Genius' report highlights remote operations managers, nurse practitioners, and software developers as top choices, citing me...

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