Strikes, protests and the far-right: The challenges facing Germany in 2024

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In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Rachel Stern and Imogen Goodman. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards.

Here are links to some of the stories we discuss:

Train strikes in Germany:

• Germany could see more train strikes this winter, says rail boss
• Train strike - how will travel in Germany's five largest cities be affected?

Farmers' protests across the country:

• Furious farmers state Germany-wide tractor blockades

How will the 2024 budget decisions affect you?

• How Germany plans to solve its budget in 2024
• Why the cost of flying from Germany will rise in May

The drama facing the coalition government and political landscape in Germany:

• Germany faces a hellish year of politics amid rise of far-right
• Could the AfD ever take power in Germany?

The Local readers' predictions for 2024:

• 'Complete clusterf*ck: Your predictions for life in Germany in 2024

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