Spin: Hit the Road with Confidence: Important Updates for Summer Travelers and Beyond
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- Significant advancements in maternal care, and a glimpse into additional changes expected in June
Hit the road this summer with a fresh perspective as we delve into the latest updates, from maternity protection to vacationing in style! Here's a flavorful roundup of June's hottest developments:
A Helping Hand for…Miscarriage Moments
Women experiencing a miscarriage after the 13th week of pregnancy can now take comfort in extended statutory maternity leave. Designed to cater to their physical and emotional wellbeing, these new rulings grant qualifying individuals with essential time to heal. Eligibility depends on factors such as the timing of the miscarriage.
Raising a Glass to Our Heroes!
Pay tribute to our brave soldiers markingNational Veterans Day on June 15. In collaboration with the German government, this historic event will commemorate all who have served with distinction in our armed forces. The main celebration will unfold in Berlin, with celebrations taking place nationwide.
Time for a Switch? 💡
Don't sweat it when switching electricity providers. From June 6, the process should take no longer than 24 hours, making it a breeze for you to go green and save money! Keep in mind, though, that any notice periods outlined in your contracts will still apply[1].
Creating a Disability-Friendly Web
Get ready for a more inclusive digital landscape—online retailers and service providers will need to make their platforms more accessible for people with disabilities starting June 28. This move stems from the Barrier-Free Information Technology Ordinance and includes platforms for banking, transport, and more[2].
The Countdown to Freedom (or School Break!)
Students across Germany are gearing up for the end of year. First in line to get their freedom are students in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia, with their last day on June 27. Come August 1, all students will embark on their summer holidays for roughly a week[3].
With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: EU's Green Smartphone Initiative
Save the planet, one phone at a time! New EU eco-design regulations for smartphones, taking effect on June 20, ask manufacturers to prioritize longevity, robustness, and energy efficiency[4].
Venture Out in Safety: Gas Checks for Your ‘Vacation Home’!
Traveling with a camper or caravan? Be sure to have your gas systems inspected regularly, ascertained by June 19. This measure, instigated by the ADAC, aims to minimize potentially dangerous gas-related accidents while on the road[5].
Time to Get Your Taxes in Order!
If you're required to submit a tax return for 2023, keep in mind that your deadline is June 2[3]. If you have an advisor assisting you, make sure to clear your proverbial path to the finish line!
- Emotional Support, Green Energy, Veteran Appreciation Day, Summer Travel Tips, Digital Accessibility
- The latest updates in employment policy include extended maternity leave for women experiencing miscarriage after the 13th week of pregnancy.
- June 15 marks National Veterans Day, a historic day to commemorate the brave soldiers who have served in the armed forces.
- Changing electricity providers now takes no longer than 24 hours, making it easier for individuals to go green and save money.
- The Barrier-Free Information Technology Ordinance requires online retailers and service providers to make their platforms more accessible for people with disabilities starting June 28.
- Students in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia will finish school on June 27, while all students will have their summer holidays from August 1.
- New EU eco-design regulations for smartphones, effective from June 20, prioritize longevity, robustness, and energy efficiency to save the planet.
- To minimize potentially dangerous gas-related accidents, gas systems in campers and caravans should be inspected regularly, ascertained by June 19. Meanwhile, tax season is approaching as well, with the deadline for 2023 tax returns scheduled for June 2.
