Sick leave: Germany rising but not the worst in Europe
3 Jul 2026, 12:52 GMT
Topic: Business
Source URL: https://www.dw.com/en/sick-leave-germany-rising-but-not-the-worst-in-europe/a-77815488?maca=en-rss-en-top-1022-rdf
Sick leave in Germany has hit a new record, with workers taking an average of nearly 20 days off per year. As Chancellor Merz cracks down, how does the country's absenteeism compare to other countries?