Social Assistance New: Criticism of Draft Does Not Ebb Away

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Short review period and lack of standardisation are criticised - in addition to financial pressure and lack of child protection.

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The Federal Government's plans to re-establish both the Social Assistance Act and the Integration Act have given rise to fierce criticism – and this from numerous directions. Some of the provisions are too lax and others too rigid. The AMS criticizes the short review period and wishes for more time.

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More than 35 opinions show a clear need for improvement: among other things, the short assessment period, financial burdens for those affected and the lack of child protection are critical. There are also open questions regarding the planned regulations for people with disabilities.

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Many obligations apply to vulnerable persons

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The opinions on the integration obligations law closely linked to the social assistance reform are also largely negative. The short evaluation period is generally criticised. Aid organisations fear more obstacles to integration rather than facilitations due to the planned reforms. Among other things, the amount of administrative penalties provided for in the case of non-compliance with integration obligations is critical. There are also constitu…