EU-Wide Operation Uncovers Widespread Labor Violations in Germany

A coordinated effort by EU member states reveals numerous breaches of minimum wage laws and illegal employment practices.

German customs officials identified 63 potential violations of labor laws during inspections in Thuringia and Saxony.
Investigations led to multiple legal actions, including eight criminal and twelve administrative proceedings for suspected immigration law breaches.
In Bavaria, 56 businesses were inspected, resulting in 30 investigations primarily related to illegal employment and minimum wage violations.
The operation involved 21 EU member states and focused on cross-border cases of undeclared work, coordinated by the European Labour Authority.
Ludwigshafen inspections uncovered 56 cases requiring further investigation, leading to 15 criminal and 22 administrative proceedings.