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Dispute over terrace hours in Berlin due to new law
New legislation in Berlin has sparked tensions between the leisure sector and residents, impacting tourism.
A new law in Berlin has rekindled the dispute between the leisure sector and the city's residents. This conflict revolves around the hours for outdoor seating, which are a key aspect of social and economic life in the German capital.
Critics of the law argue that the new hours undermine the quality of life for residents, while supporters contend that they are necessary to promote tourism, one of the pillars of Berlin's economy.