Söder's Part-Time Work Restrictions for Teachers Spark Controversy in Bavaria

Söder's plans to limit part-time work for teachers have caused a stir in Bavaria. Teacher unions and the CSU's coalition partner have raised concerns, and experts warn of potential negative effects.

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2025 October 19 . 8:03 AM

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Söder's Part-Time Work Restrictions for Teachers Spark Controversy in Bavaria

Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder's plans to restrict part-time work for civil servants, particularly teachers, have sparked controversy. Teacher unions have slammed the proposals as a 'betrayal of trust' and a 'slap in the face', while the CSU's coalition partner, the Free Voters, expresses skepticism and experts warn of potential negative impacts.

Söder aims to limit family part-time work to children under 15 (previously 18) and increase the minimum hours from 8 to 12 per week. The teacher's union has accused him of breaking trust through these measures. Additionally, Söder plans to mandate up to 50 percent part-time work for 'application part-time'.

The changes have been met with strong opposition. Unions caution about potential health consequences and loss of full-time teaching capacities. Cultural Minister Anna Stolz's previous encouragement for teachers to take on more hours voluntarily may now be reversed, causing concern among educators.

Söder's proposed restrictions on part-time work for teachers have caused a stir in Bavaria. Teacher unions and the CSU's coalition partner have raised concerns, and experts warn of potential negative effects. The plans aim to limit family part-time work to younger children and increase minimum hours, but the consequences remain to be seen.