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Customs Office Inspects Hotel, Catering Industry for Minimum Wage Compliance

50 officers inspected 16 objects and 76 people. Further investigations will follow to ensure the general minimum wage is met.

This picture is clicked inside the hotel and in front, we see a table on which white color cloth is...
This picture is clicked inside the hotel and in front, we see a table on which white color cloth is placed. On table, we see plates, fork, spoon, glass, branches of tree. Around the table, we see chairs and behind that we see the other table which is like green in color and behind that, we see a man wearing black blazer. Next to him, we see the girl standing and behind them, we see door on which exit is written on it and behind that door, we see two men standing.

Customs Office Inspects Hotel, Catering Industry for Minimum Wage Compliance

The Main Customs Office Potsdam has carried out targeted inspections in the hotel and catering industry across several districts. Led by Dr. Tim Bretschneider, 50 officers inspected 16 objects and 76 people, focusing on compliance with the Minimum Wage Act (MiLoG).

The inspections, conducted by the Financial Control - Black Economy unit, come as the industry is known for its size and employment intensity, making it particularly vulnerable to black work. The general minimum wage, set at 12.82 euros per hour since January 1, 2025, is a key focus of the inspections.

During the initial checks, 16 objects and 76 people were inspected. Comprehensive investigations will follow, with the aim of ensuring compliance with the MiLoG and preventing black work in the industry.

The Main Customs Office Potsdam's inspections in the hotel and catering industry have begun. With the industry's size and employment intensity posing risks, the inspections aim to uphold the Minimum Wage Act and deter black work. Further investigations will follow the initial checks.

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