Germany Live Blog: Minister Calls for Maternity Protection for the Self-Employed
German Minister Verena Hubertz has called for maternity protection for self-employed women, arguing that it's vital for encouraging entrepreneurship and economic contribution from women.
Housing: Will the "Construction Turbo" Ignite?
The city of Lahr is preparing for a change in the building code aimed at accelerating construction in Germany, as proposed by Federal Building Minister Verena Hubertz, which includes simpler planning and approval processes for more housing.