DGB Demands Stricter Enforcement of Germany's Collective Bargaining Law
Union leaders, represented by the DGB, have called for stricter enforcement of Germany's proposed Federal Collective Bargaining Compliance Act. They demand the removal of exemptions for certain sectors and dismiss employer claims of excessive bureaucracy.
The DGB has criticized the current draft of the bill, stating that it is insufficient. They argue that even conservative estimates show the legislation could generate a three-digit million-euro sum each year for social insurance funds and public coffers. This projection is based on higher wage volumes resulting from the law.
The DGB also contends that the bill's proposed threshold excludes vast numbers of smaller contracts from craftsmen and mid-sized businesses. They point to states like Saarland and Berlin as examples of how the law can be enforced without excessive bureaucracy.
The public hearing on the Bundestariftreuegesetz is scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025, from 16:00 to 17:30 at the Paul-Löbe-Haus in Berlin. The one-time implementation and oversight costs are estimated at around €7.4 million upfront and €3 million in fixed annual expenses.
The DGB's demands aim to strengthen the proposed law and maximize its potential benefits. The public hearing will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to discuss these issues and help shape the final version of the bill.
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