Germany Grapples with Construction Delays, Rent Hikes, and Public Service Issues
Germany faces ongoing challenges including significant delays and budget overruns in major construction projects, spiraling rents in big cities, and operational issues with its national rail service, Deutsche Bahn. Security for Carnival celebrations also remains a concern.
15 Feb, 17:40 — 15 Feb, 17:40
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Why German building projects run over time and budget
In Germany, big construction projects often derail. Airports, train stations and concert halls are finished years late and billions over budget.
Read at source →Germany's new plans to tackle spiralling rents
Tenants in big cities like Berlin are being exploited by the use of legal loopholes to circumvent rent control laws. The government is now planning to introduce new rules for furnished and short-term rentals.
Read at source →Germany news: Carnival security threat level remains high
Police in Germany’s Carnival hotspots say they are on high alert, but point out there are no concrete security threats to this year’s celebrations. Meanwhile, carmaker Mercedes-Benz has seen profits halve. DW has more.
Read at source →Germany's Deutsche Bahn halts humorous publicity campaign
German Rail was once famed for its punctuality. But chronic delays, frequent cancellations, poor in-train services and rising ticket prices have dogged its reputation. And a humorous PR campaign has not helped.
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