20/13909: Antrag Abschaffung der Sommerzeit (PDF)
2024-11-25 11:00
Motion to Abolish Daylight Saving Time (PDF)
The German Bundestag has submitted a motion to abolish daylight saving time in Germany. The motion, titled “20/13909: Antrag Abschaffung der Sommerzeit (PDF),” was submitted on November 25, 2024, and is currently under consideration by the Bundestag.
Background
Daylight saving time is the practice of advancing clocks during the summer months to make better use of daylight. In Germany, daylight saving time is observed from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October.
There is no consensus on the benefits or drawbacks of daylight saving time. Some studies have shown that it can lead to energy savings, while other studies have shown that it can disrupt sleep patterns and increase the risk of accidents.
Arguments for Abolishing Daylight Saving Time
The motion to abolish daylight saving time in Germany cites several arguments in favor of this change:
- Health concerns: Daylight saving time can disrupt sleep patterns and increase the risk of accidents.
- Energy savings: Daylight saving time does not actually lead to significant energy savings.
- Economic costs: Daylight saving time can disrupt businesses and lead to lost productivity.
Arguments for Keeping Daylight Saving Time
There are also some arguments in favor of keeping daylight saving time in Germany:
- More daylight hours in the evening: Daylight saving time provides more daylight hours in the evening, which can be beneficial for activities such as recreation and spending time outdoors.
- Reduced crime: Some studies have shown that daylight saving time can reduce crime rates.
- International coordination: Many other countries observe daylight saving time, and abolishing it in Germany could lead to coordination problems.
Next Steps
The Bundestag is currently considering the motion to abolish daylight saving time in Germany. A decision is expected to be made in the coming months. If the motion is passed, daylight saving time will be abolished in Germany starting in 2025.
20/13909: Antrag Abschaffung der Sommerzeit (PDF)
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