Craft policy

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Crafts policy | February 2020

No sustainable growth without small and medium-sized businesses

The cabinet has approved the 2020 Annual Economic Report. According to the report, gross domestic product is expected to grow by 1,1 percent. The skilled trades sector emphasizes that the weakness of the overall economy can only be overcome with the support of small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Crafts policy | February 2020

EU Commission launches dialogue on minimum wages

The European Commission has published initial plans for fair minimum wages in the EU and is seeking proposals from social partners. It has also presented its action plan for the implementation of social rights.

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Crafts policy | February 2020

Steinmetz nominated for the prestigious CSR Award

With the CSR Award, the German government recognizes companies that operate particularly sustainably. This year, a craft business is among the nominees: Vincent Stone Sculptor.

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Crafts policy | February 2020

Renewed criticism of PPP projects

Federal Transport Minister Andreas Scheuer refuses to publish feasibility studies and contracts for PPP projects. This is agreed upon in the coalition agreement. The ZDB is strongly critical.

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Crafts policy | February 2020

Funding for energy-efficient renovation implemented

The German government has implemented its climate resolutions. The maximum loan amount for energy-efficient construction and renovation will increase from €100.000 to €120.000. Investment and repayment subsidies will also increase.

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Crafts policy | February 2020

Tachograph requirement: exception for trades

The EU Parliament's Transport Committee has approved the adoption of the road transport package. Exemptions from the tachograph requirement are to be made for tradespeople.

Crafts policy | January 2020

EU Commission presents work programme

The European Commission's work program for this year focuses on six overarching objectives. Under these objectives, it plans 43 new initiatives. However, it also intends to withdraw some past proposals and simplify existing regulations.

Crafts policy | January 2020

Great Britain leaves the European Union

Following the EU Parliament's approval of the Brexit agreement, it is clear that Great Britain will no longer be part of the European Union as of February. From the perspective of the skilled trades, the priority now is to negotiate an agreement that places as little strain as possible on existing relations.

Crafts policy | January 2020

Coal phase-out law passed

The cabinet has passed the Coal Phase-out Act. The skilled trades sector welcomes this, but also calls for greater consideration of small and medium-sized businesses in structural aid.

Münster: Carpooling to the master craftsman school or inter-company training center

HWK is a partner in the "Alliance for Circular Construction"

Crafts Day on 17 September

Certificate of honor for 80 years of craft history

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imm cologne is reorganizing its offerings

Münster: Carpooling to the master craftsman school or inter-company training center

Flat-rate energy price: Taxation is constitutional

Volunteering fosters community spirit

Loss of skills jeopardizes career entry

Packaging Ordinance: Tradespeople want practical rules

ZDH calls for reforms with "record impact"

70 years of safety: Light and vision test 2026

ID. Buzz with all-wheel drive and extended cargo variant

The new Dacia Spring: Affordable electric mobility for you

70 years of safety: Light and vision test 2026

Ehrenbreitstein Cultural Centre: Experience the exhibition "Land of Creativity"

Emilia-Romagna: The Art of Living Well

imm cologne is reorganizing its offerings

Volunteering fosters community spirit

Paralympic star Markus Rehm: New face of the crafts campaign

Smart surveillance with energy-autonomous cameras

No sustainable growth without small and medium-sized businesses

EU Commission launches dialogue on minimum wages

Steinmetz nominated for the prestigious CSR Award

Renewed criticism of PPP projects

Funding for energy-efficient renovation implemented

Tachograph requirement: exception for trades

EU Commission presents work programme

Great Britain leaves the European Union

Coal phase-out law passed