Brandenburg Audit Finds 34 Labor Law Violations, Including Minimum Wage Offenses
A comprehensive audit was conducted last Thursday in Brandenburg, focusing on minimum wage compliance and other labor-related offenses. The Main Customs Office Potsdam led the operation, collaborating with various local and regional authorities.
The audit, dubbed a 'minimum wage special audit', targeted various industries across the northwest of Brandenburg. Barbershops were predominantly inspected, with other sectors like catering, agriculture, and cleaning companies also under scrutiny. A total of 115 individuals were checked, and two businesses underwent record inspections.
The audit revealed 34 cases requiring further action. These included instances of non-payment of minimum wage, suspected evasion of social security contributions, maternity benefit fraud, and illegal employment of foreigners. The search results did not disclose the names of the offending companies or businesses.
The minimum wage in Germany currently stands at 12.41 euros gross per hour, set to increase to 12.82 euros from January 1, 2025. The audit serves as a reminder of the importance of compliance with labor laws and regulations. Authorities will continue to investigate the 34 cases and take appropriate action.
