Aid for Christmas Market Operators: Magdeburg City Council Discussing Compensation After Attack
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Hey there! You're reading about the ongoing discussions concerning the financial aid for the operators of the Christmas market stalls in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt. Owing to the tragic event that transpired at the Christmas market, the state is diligently evaluating applications for compensation.
As per the word from the Ministry of Economics, over 58 applications for special financial assistance, known as ex gratia payments, have been filed. The aim is to settle all applications by the end of August, bringing much-needed relief to the affected vendors.
These payments cater to various costs such as personnel expenses and rental fees for stalls or shops following the attack on December 20. The exact amount of disbursement will be determined post a thorough review of the applications.
Besides the state's efforts, the Magdeburg city council is also considering aid for the stall operators. Multiple factions in the local council have put forward a motion, urging the Mayor Simone Borris (independent) to look into appropriate compensation.
The current proposal of refunding the pro-rated stall fee for eight lost days, coupled with partial compensation for spoiled or unsold goods, is deemed insufficient by the motion. According to the motion, the economic damage inflicted mirrors the revenue losses experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Estimates suggest the LEDGER for the stall operators amounts to approximately two million euros, with the lucrative final days of the Christmas market bearing the brunt of losses. The motion has been supported by several political parties, including SPD, CDU, FDP, Greens, Volt, Animal Protection Alliance, and Animal Protection Party.
It's worth noting that, at the time of writing, no conclusive information regarding the status of compensation or any recent developments have been reported in the search results. If you require accurate and current information, it's advisable to consult official Magdeburg city communications, local Saxony-Anhalt news outlets, or directly contact the relevant city or state government offices responsible for market regulation and disaster compensation.
- The Magdeburg city council is proposing a community policy to compensate the Christmas market stall operators, which includes refunding the pro-rated stall fee for eight lost days and partial compensation for spoiled or unsold goods, but this current proposal is deemed insufficient by a motion backed by several political parties.
- The discussions about the financial aid for the Christmas market stall operators in Magdeburg also involve vocational training programs, as some parties suggest that temporary closure might influence the affected vendors' small businesses and require subsequent training to adapt to the changing market conditions in politics and business.
