In response to the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Chancellor Angela Merkel has held a crisis meeting to address the growing calls for rental assistance. With millions of people facing financial hardship due to job losses and reduced wages, the German government is under pressure to provide relief to those struggling to pay their rent.
At the meeting, the Chancellor discussed a range of measures that could be taken to help those affected by the economic downturn. These include increasing the amount of rental assistance available and extending the period of time for which it can be claimed. The government is also looking at ways to make it easier for tenants to access the assistance they need.
The Chancellor also discussed how to ensure that landlords are not left out of pocket due to tenants not being able to pay their rent. One suggestion was to introduce a system where landlords can claim back lost rent from the government. This would help to protect both tenants and landlords from financial hardship.
The Chancellor acknowledged that the economic crisis has had a huge impact on people’s lives and that it is essential that the government takes action to help those in need. She stressed the importance of providing rental assistance to those who are struggling and said that the government would do everything in its power to ensure that everyone has access to the help they need.
The Chancellor’s crisis meeting is a clear sign that the government is taking the economic crisis seriously and is willing to take action to help those affected. It is hoped that the measures discussed at the meeting will provide much needed relief to those struggling to pay their rent and help protect both tenants and landlords from financial hardship.