Almanya'da ağustos ayında neler değişecek? - 31 Temmuz 2024 Oktan Erdikmen

Summary

The Turkish digital airline Pegasus delivers news from Europe, highlighting significant changes in Germany regarding gender identity, allowing individuals to easily change their gender at the population office without family approval for those over 14. Other updates include a 5% increase in student loans and accommodation support, a one-time financial aid for university starters, and new vocational training regulations. Additionally, there are changes in social aid, tax support for independent homeowners, and restrictions on noise and driving for under-21s. The script also touches on inflation, unemployment, and heatwave warnings, with a note on political and social issues affecting migrants and refugees.

Takeaways

• 📜 Germany has simplified the process for changing one's legal gender, allowing individuals to apply at the local population office without a medical diagnosis starting August.
• 🔒 Children under 14 cannot apply for a gender change without parental consent, and those between 14 and 18 will have the change take effect at 18 if parental consent is missing.
• 🚫 Adults over 18 can only change their legal gender once a year, and they can define themselves as either female or male or choose another gender identity.
• 💰 Student grants and loans are increasing by 5%, with the highest amount now being 934 euros per month for those living away from home.
• 🏠 Accommodation aid for students is being reduced by 380 euros, and the tax-free amount applied to the income of parents or spouses of students is being raised to 25%.
• 📚 Germany is introducing a one-time start-up aid of 1000 euros for families with children starting university and a guarantee for vocational training.
• 🏭 Companies are now obliged to provide vocational training alternatives for young people who cannot find a training place within the company, including covering the costs.
• 💼 Socially disadvantaged schools are receiving additional resources, with about 1 billion euros allocated for 4,000 schools annually.
• 🏠 Homeowners will be able to apply for heating support from the KfW bank, with the state covering up to 70% of the cost if they install a new heating system.
• 📈 Individuals with an annual income under 40,000 euros can receive up to 21,000 euros in support, with less support given to those with higher incomes, and companies can also apply.
• 📊 The number of people receiving social assistance in Germany is currently at 21,000, and unemployment figures have risen by 105,000 compared to the same period last year.

Q & A

What significant change regarding gender change in Germany is starting from August 2024?

Starting from August 2024, anyone in Germany can apply to change their gender at the population office with a simple procedure. However, children under 14 cannot apply without family consent, and changes for those between 14 and 18 will only take effect at the age of 18 if family consent is not given.

How often can individuals above 18 years old change their gender in Germany according to the new regulation?

Individuals above 18 years old can change their gender only once a year according to the new regulation.

What is the increase in the bursary and credit support for students mentioned in the script?

The bursary and credit support for students is increasing by 5%, with the highest amount currently being 934 euros per month.

What changes are being made to the accommodation support for students living away from home?

The accommodation support for students living away from home is being reduced by 380 euros, with the remaining students' support being calculated based on their parents' or spouses' income tax exemption amount, which is being increased by 0.25 points.

What is the one-time financial assistance being provided to families for their children starting university?

A one-time financial assistance of 1000 euros is being provided to families for their children starting university.

What obligations are being placed on employment agencies regarding young people who cannot find in-company training?

Employment agencies are now required to offer alternative out-of-company training options to young people who cannot find in-company training and are also responsible for covering the costs of this training.

What measures are being taken to support schools that are socially disadvantaged?

Additional resources are being allocated to socially disadvantaged schools, with approximately 1 billion euros being spent annually for about 4,000 schools.

What changes are being made to the heating support for independent homeowners from the end of August?

Independent homeowners will be able to apply for heating support from the KfW (German Development Bank) if they install a new heating system, with the state covering up to 70% of the costs.

What is the situation with the Galerie Kaufhof insolvency application and the new owners taking over?

Galeria Kaufhof has filed for insolvency, and from August 1st, the new owners will take over the company, leaving 92 stores remaining with 9 expected to close, resulting in thousands of people becoming unemployed.

What restrictions are being imposed on noise levels in public areas and for vehicles after 10 PM due to the European Championship?

Noise will no longer be allowed in public areas after 10 PM, and a fine of up to 3,000 euros will be imposed on vehicles caught running with their engines in these areas.

What changes are being made regarding bringing pets to the USA from Germany?

Starting from the script's date, it is no longer possible to bring pets to the USA from Germany except for guide dogs, which are allowed entry via passenger flights. Other dogs will have to travel via cargo planes.