Abbau der Langzeitarbeitslosigkeit: Der Weg ist steinig und schwer

The German labour market has recently performed well. But the persistence of unemployment is still considerable. The outflows from long-term unemployment into employment have not significantly increased in recent years. This is due to various individual risks of the long-term unemployed, such as low education, low qualification, old age and weak health. Analyses show that previous reductions in long-term unemployment levels were attained by lowering new inflows. These findings indicate that comprehensive early prevention measures are needed. In addition, more individualised and thorough employment services are required.