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Bundespolizei Issues Easter Travel Advisory for Rail Passengers
Federal Police in NRW will boost patrols at major stations over the Easter break and urge rail passengers—locals and visitors alike—to watch for professional pick-pockets. Companies with employees travelling domestically should circulate the safety tips and allow extra time for holiday crowds.
EU Approves Tougher Deportation Powers—What It Means for Germany’s Migration System
EU lawmakers adopted the ‘Return Hubs’ package on 29 March, allowing deportations to be processed in third countries. Germany’s interior ministry says the new rules will speed up removals and relieve over-burdened local authorities, indirectly freeing resources for work-visa processing. Companies welcome the potential efficiency gains but fear diplomatic blowback; human-rights groups vow to sue. Enabling legislation is due in the Bundestag after Easter, with first charter flights possible by summer.