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New RTL Zwei Episodes Spotlight Bürgergeld Cases, From Job Refusals to Payment Gaps

Editors note the show presents singular cases rather than a portrait of all recipients.

Overview

  • A new segment features Oliver from Mönchengladbach, unemployed for about 20 years, who rejects lower-paid roles and says he would only consider work starting at roughly €3,500 gross per month.
  • Pamela reports that the Jobcenter transferred only €80 instead of the more than €700 she expected from benefits and pension payments, leaving bills unpaid and the cause unclear.
  • Pascal, 23, says he receives little practical help from the Jobcenter for applications, cites a walking impairment and a reading and writing disorder, and is targeting roles he considers suitable.
  • Janine formally deregisters her small make-up business, saying low demand and childcare leave her without time, and plans to deliver the notice to her caseworker.
  • A newly aired storyline follows Carola from Cologne, who lost a €2-per-hour placement after two days citing a finger injury and says she is waiting for her job advisor to get in touch.