White-collar crime: Klingbeil reacts to record losses caused by illegal work

Customs financial inspectors uncovered total damage from illegal work amounting to €766 million in 2024. Federal Finance Minister and Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil (47, SPD) announced the figure ahead of the presentation of the customs' annual report on Wednesday. "If we further intensify investigations, we will uncover even more, protect people from exploitation, and secure government revenue," said Klingbeil.