Germany: Removal of entry barriers for Romanian and Bulgarian workers
Description
As of 1 January 2012 the decree for the change and the abolishment of the labour law regulations affecting Bulgarians and Romanians in Germany is entering into force. The implementation of this decree eleminates the work permit duty for skilled workforces holding a university degree, apprentices and seasonal workforces before the offical implementation of the unlimited free movement of workers within the European Union in 2014.
*Specifications for Seasonal Workforces
- Employment duration up to 6 months per year
- Affected sectors: agriculture, forestry, hotel and restaurant industry, fruit and vegetable processing, saw mills
Any Evidence-Based Deliberation:
| Question | Result |
|---|---|
| Is there anything in the public record to suggest that evidence of the effectiveness of the proposed measure was considered during official deliberations? | |
| Is there any evidence that alternatives to the proposed measure were considered? | |
| Is there anything in the public record that suggests that empirical evidence informed the comparison across the alternatives available to government? | |
| Was such evidence identified? | |
| Is such evidence publicly available? | |
| Did the official decision-maker in question provide an explanation as to why a chosen measure was favoured over alternatives? | |
| Is there any evidence to suggest that potentially affected trading partners were consulted before the measures were taken? | |
| Is there any evidence that safeguards have been put in place to ensure that implementation of the initiative is transparent and non-discriminatory? | |
| Did the government state its intention to review the measure within one year of implementation? |
Date Discovered:
Implemented: Yes
Date of inception: 1 Jan 2012
GTA Evaluation: Green
Government Response:
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