SPD open to easing dismissal protection for top earners

The SPD has signaled openness to targeted changes in dismissal protection rules. The party prepared various labor market reforms ahead of next Wednesday's coalition committee meeting.

In Berlin the SPD has prepared reform proposals for the labor market. Several government representatives confirmed to Handelsblatt that the party is discussing flexibilization in labor law.

The proposals focus on easing dismissal protection for top earners. Several options are under consideration.

The coalition committee meets next Wednesday. The SPD has placed the topics on the agenda for that session.

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