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Changes in Germany, clearly explained.
Selected news with publication dates and official sources.
Kreis Gütersloh: nursery registration for 2027/2028 closes on 15 December
In ten municipalities, requests filed through Kivan by the deadline enter the regular selection process; later requests are considered only for remaining places.
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When a childminder is unavailable: new backup care in Werther
A two-year pilot is planned from October, especially for the north of the Gütersloh district.
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Income tax reform for 2027: the federal government’s proposal
Child benefit, the basic tax-free allowance and the employee expense allowance could rise from 2027.
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Changes in September 2026: tax assistance and consumer rules
A selection of official September 2026 changes relevant to families and taxpayers.
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Child benefit without a traditional application: the plan for 2027
The Bundestag has approved a simpler procedure intended to be introduced in two stages in 2027.
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Housing benefit in 2027: reform referred to committees after first reading
The draft changes the calculation, heating-cost component and evidence requirements; it has not yet been enacted.
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