Overview
- The YouGov survey conducted March 27–30 found 66% of citizens see no change in bureaucracy and 22% see an increase.
- Among 558 business managers, 63% reported no change and 31% reported more paperwork, with only 4% seeing relief.
- About 51% of business leaders said they delayed or canceled projects because official processes were too slow or too complex.
- The government created a Ministry for Digital and State Modernization led by Karsten Wildberger and says a November package should bring at least €100 million in near‑term relief.
- Planned steps include simpler business rules, scrapping some reporting duties, digital property contracts, and automatic child benefit for many families starting March 2027.