According to The Local, Germany is preparing to tackle the problem of unpaid child support as the number of single parents in the country reaches approximately 1.7 million. To mitigate the growing issue, the Family Ministry intends to introduce more stringent penalties for ex-partners who fail to meet their financial obligations.
In addition to stricter enforcement measures, the government plans to establish caps on state-funded payouts. These policy changes are designed to address the challenges faced by single-parent households and ensure consistent financial support. The proposed strategy reflects an attempt to manage social pressures and improve the efficacy of existing support systems.
Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗