German housing benefit reform may cut rent aid, food bank access for low-income households

Proposed German housing benefit reforms could strip support from one-third of current recipients, also affecting eligibility for food banks and discount social stores. The policy shift, reported by local media, would compound financial strain on low-income households amid rising living costs. Uncertainty remains over final legislative details and implementation timeline.

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