Stories from Potsdam · Germany

Artisan business owners in Brandenburg, Germany, met with the state's Minister of Economic Affairs to discuss the challenges of their daily operations. They are facing increases in diesel fuel prices, paying 40 cents or more per liter than in February. Additionally, the cost of raw materials is continuously rising. By March, half of the leadership positions in German artisan firms, including sub-installers, bakers, and hairdressers, will undergo a generational change. The Brandenburg government is preparing for this transition, with Minister Clement meeting with artisan chambers to discuss support measures.

On April 27, 1945, Soviet troops from the First Belorussian Front captured the cities of Spandau and Potsdam. The advance was made while overcoming enemy fire resistance and counter-attacks. German forces have established strong defensive positions. He was captured near the island of Hokkaido.

Brandenburg's Economic Minister, Martina Kliment, has called for increased relief for businesses and citizens facing rising energy costs. The CSU politician suggested temporarily increasing the commuter allowance or considering a type of excess profit tax. Clement said the need to create optimal framework conditions specifically for the craft sector in Brandenburg. Brandenburg's Minister of Economic Affairs, Clement, has proposed increased relief measures due to rising energy prices. She suggested a temporary increase in the commuter allowance and exploring the possibility of an excess profit tax on companies benefiting disproportionately from the energy crisis. This could potentially curb further energy price increases. The proposal includes exploring a form of windfall tax.

The German state of Brandenburg has implemented changes to the public procurement process to facilitate easier bidding for municipalities. The threshold for procurement procedures has been increased from 10,000 Euros to 100,000 Euros. The new system follows the 'best bidder' principle, requiring winners to submit all necessary plans and documents only upon the award of the contract. Brandenburg's Economy Minister, Marlene Clement, is scheduled to discuss the state of craftsmanship in the region.

Lenz-Frank won the Potsdam third-marathon race with a time of 42 minutes and 35 seconds. The course covered approximately 14 kilometers through Potsdam city center, passing the main station and Babelsberg Park. Marianne Culling of TV-Fürstenwalde finished as the first woman with a time of 52 minutes and 59 seconds. The race concluded at the Kliniker Brücke.