Federal Minister of Economics Katherina Reiche (CDU) criticized the SPD’s proposals in the dispute over possible relief in view of high fuel consumption. “In recent weeks, the coalition partner has attracted attention by making proposals that are expensive, ineffective and constitutionally questionable,” Reiche said at a press conference.
An excess profits tax for mineral oil companies – as proposed by the Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil (SPD) suggested, she gave a “clear rejection”. Instead, she advocated an increase in the commuter allowance and a mobility bonus.
The tops of Union and SPD According to Reiche, they want to talk to the coalition committee on Sunday about possible relief. So far there is no compromise in sight, the ideas differ widely.
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