European Commission refers Germany and Italy to ECJ over alleged discrimination in family allowances for mobile workers.

The European Commission has referred Germany and Italy to the European Court of Justice over allegations of discrimination against mobile workers in relation to family allowances. Italy requires a two-year residency for benefits, while Germany offers smaller allowances for workers with children in EU countries with lower living costs, potentially violating the EU's equal treatment principle for workers.

July 25, 2024
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