Customs strikes: undeclared work and minimum wage violations in Lüneburg!

Customs strikes: undeclared work and minimum wage violations in Lüneburg!

In a comprehensive use, customs has uncovered serious violations of the minimum wage and illegal employment. During nationwide controls, several restaurants, hairdressers and retailers were checked, which, according to Enrico Bacher, spokesman for the Hanover main customs office, shows considerable clarification. Almost half of over 70 surveys carried out requires further research. Suspect moments such as failure to do social security contributions and illegal employment of foreigners are in the room, such as the Landeszeitung

A particularly striking case was the control of a kiosk in which unmistaked e-cigarettes were discovered, which led to criminal proceedings for tax evasion. In addition, 61 investigations were initiated in the district of Lüneburg last year alone due to minimum wage violations, which had devastating financial consequences for affected companies- a total of around 322,000 euros were imposed on warning and fines. This attributes the Lüneburg Aktuell to the unsustainable practices of some companies that apparently do not adhere to the statutory provisions.

The need for stricter controls

IG Bau calls for a stronger control pressure against the so-called "wage prices", especially on construction sites, where "black sheep" often act. District chairman Achim Bartels emphasizes that the current investigations are only the tip of the iceberg. Because of the low control density, experts expect far higher numbers of violations. An increased existence of controls would help create a fairer competitive environment and protect honest companies, Bartels continues.

This current procedure of the customs is intended to send a clear signal to all companies that without being used to illegally and illegal employment. The public discussion about minimum wage violations runs in parallel to these developments and shows that there is an urgent need for action on the market to ensure fair working conditions for everyone.