In Germany, a vigorous debate has emerged regarding the potential extension of working hours, centered on a motion from the Medium-Sized Business and Economic Union (MIT) to be discussed at an upcoming CDU party congress in Stuttgart. The initial wording of the proposal, which included the contentious term 'no legal entitlement to lifestyle part-time work', sparked significant backlash not only from opposing parties like the SPD and labor unions but also from within the CDU itself. MIT chair Gitta Connemann later expressed regret over the phrasing, leading to a revision of the proposal's title to reflect a more conciliatory stance that emphasizes structuring part-time claims and strengthening employment opportunities.