Kindergarten Alliance Criticizes Reform Plans for Funding - Brandenburg's daycare funding reform sparks backlash from providers and cities
A proposed overhaul of daycare funding in Brandenburg has drawn sharp criticism from the 'Kita.Macht.Bildung!' alliance. The group claims the draft law fails to tackle key issues affecting providers and local authorities. Meanwhile, the reform aims to simplify contributions and improve transparency for parents.
The alliance's main concern is the law's lack of support for municipalities and daycare operators. According to Michael Kuhl, a spokesperson for Fröbel, the legislation 'completely misses the mark' by ignoring their core objections. The reform also leaves unclear legal terms unresolved and does not fix the system of deficit financing for underfunded facilities.
Municipalities currently run more than half of Brandenburg's 2,036 daycare centres, employing over 15,200 staff. The Brandenburg Association of Cities and Municipalities is now pushing for financial relief, arguing that local governments should not have to cover deficits for independent providers. The draft law focuses on making parental contributions fairer and funding processes clearer. However, critics say it does little to address the deeper structural problems facing the sector.
The dispute highlights ongoing tensions over daycare funding in Brandenburg. With municipalities managing the majority of centres, the call for reform remains urgent. The alliance insists the current proposal must be revised to meet the needs of providers and local authorities.
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