Craft policy

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Crafts policy | November 2019

Digitalization: Great opportunity to simplify procedures and processes

In an interview: Ralf Hellrich, Managing Director of the Koblenz Chamber of Skilled Crafts, talks about the challenges of digitalization for companies and the opportunity to attract young talent through social media – and to utilize their know-how.

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Crafts policy | November 2019

Criticism of discrimination against oil heating operators

The current draft regulation from the Federal Ministry of Finance does not provide any tax incentives for the modernization of old oil heating systems. The heating engineering trade criticizes this politically motivated discrimination against oil heating operators.

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Crafts policy | November 2019

CO₂ pricing: Federal Council warns of more bureaucracy

The Federal Council sees a need for adjustments to the federal government's planned CO₂ pricing. It calls for simpler rules to avoid increased bureaucracy.

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Crafts policy | November 2019

Receipt requirement: Bakers demand exemption

The obligation to issue receipts begins on January 1st: The Central Association of the German Bakery Trade is demanding an exemption for its businesses.

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Crafts policy | November 2019

Property tax reform: Crafts disappointed

The property tax reform is a done deal. The Federal Council has approved the controversial law. The skilled trades sector is now relying on the opening clause.

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Crafts policy | November 2019

Handwerk.NRW: Ehlert re-elected as president

Andreas Ehlert remains President of Handwerk.NRW. He was re-elected for another term by the Skilled Crafts Council with a large majority.

Crafts policy | November 2019

End of the boom in the craft sector in sight

The economic situation in the skilled trades sector is currently still excellent. However, the business outlook for next year suggests a slowdown.

Crafts policy | November 2019

More career opportunities in vocational training

The Green Party is committed to changing career regulations in the public service. The middle and higher civil service should be opened to graduates of vocational training. The skilled trades sector supports the initiative.

Crafts policy | November 2019

Factual arguments do not always help

For the President of the German Butchers' Association, Herbert Dohrmann, bureaucracy is not bad per se, but only when it is of no use.

Masters and technicians start the new school year

Check presentation for WorldSkills 2026

Main entrance of the Chamber of Skilled Crafts closed

Charity run: Even helpers need help

One in three tradespeople already uses AI daily.

ToolTime's digital assistant takes over the telephone service

This way, trainers know where their trainees stand.

How training ambassadors inspire students for their professions

Crafts under pressure: Weak demand and difficult financing

New Circular Economy Act: Trades see room for improvement

The skilled trades sector demands practical implementation of the substitute building materials regulation.

Teacher shortage in Brandenburg: Schools face the threat of cancelled classes

Caravan Salon 2026: Experience the future of caravanning

The Unimog is celebrating its birthday

Privileges now also for electric commercial vehicles

Brusk: Where Bruges combines medieval times and AI

A new world in the zoo of superlatives

Royal Clipper: Sailing through the Mediterranean under 42 sails

With professional textile finishing, you're on the safe side.

Corporate award from "Vocational Training Without Borders"

Mandatory electronic cash registers are expected to come into effect from 2028.

Exclusive car discounts and more for entrepreneurs in the skilled trades.

Digitalization: Great opportunity to simplify procedures and processes

Criticism of discrimination against oil heating operators

CO₂ pricing: Federal Council warns of more bureaucracy

Receipt requirement: Bakers demand exemption

Property tax reform: Crafts disappointed

Handwerk.NRW: Ehlert re-elected as president

End of the boom in the craft sector in sight

More career opportunities in vocational training

Factual arguments do not always help