German minister proposes ‘indefinite driving bans’ on weekends amidst climate law disputes.

A German minister has issued a stark warning of potential weekend driving bans amid a government standoff over emissions-reduction law reforms. The proposal, part of a broader push for climate action, faces criticism from environmental groups concerned about its impact on specific sectors like transportation.

Key information includes:

  • German Minister threatens weekend driving bans if emission-reduction law reforms are not passed by July 15.
  • The proposed amendment aims to review climate goals across sectors rather than individually, with penalties for missing targets.

https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-climate-cars-volker-wissing-minister-suggests-indefinite-driving-bans-on-weekends/