In 2023, only 382,000 out of 777,000 former benefit recipients achieved sustainable employment, while 395,000 returned to Bürgenge ld after six months.

Social expert Michael David emphasizes that long-term unemployed individuals face significant barriers and require support that directly facilitates their entry into the job market.

The topic of Bürgenge ld continues to stir political debate in Germany, particularly concerning long-term unemployed individuals.

Currently, approximately 5.5 million people in Germany are receiving Bürgenge ld, indicating a significant reliance on social benefits.

The debate surrounding Bürgenge ld is intensifying as new data reveals that over half of recipients revert to relying on it after a brief period of employment.

The German government is intensifying efforts to push more Bürgenge ld recipients into employment, including a proposed monthly reporting requirement to job centers.

Economic Minister Robert Habeck proposed a 1,000 Euro bonus for those who successfully reintegrate into the workforce after a year, which critics have dubbed the 'Arsch-hoch-Prämie' or 'get-up-and-go bonus'.

Recipients of state support should demonstrate a willingness to provide counter-services according to their capabilities.

Proposed changes include a monthly reporting requirement for Bürgenge ld recipients at job centers as part of a broader initiative to stimulate economic growth.

A 47-year-old long-term unemployed individual expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the proposed bonus, stating that financial support is needed before finding a job, not after.

Sahra Wagenknecht criticized the current figures as 'unacceptable', emphasizing the need for better working conditions and appropriate sanctions for those who choose to rely on Bürgenge ld.

Critics argue that before targeting the socially disadvantaged, attention should be paid to the tax privileges of the wealthy, which are seen as the true cost factor.