Debate Intensifies Over Rising Sick Leave Rates and Telephone Sick Notes in Germany
Germany faces ongoing high sick leave rates in 2025 with government debate over continuing telephone sick notes as officials seek solutions.
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Debate Intensifies Over Germany's Telephone Sick Note System Amid Sick Leave Criticism
The debate over Germany’s telephone sick note system and sick leave rates intensifies with calls for system reform and better workplace health care.
German Chancellor Merz and Bavarian PM Söder Criticize High Sick Leave Rates, Propose Policy Overhaul
Chancellor Merz and Bavarian PM Söder criticize high sick leave levels in Germany, proposing policy reforms including ending telephone sick leave and reintroducing waiting days, amid insurer pushback.