In 2025, the Saxony State Directorate (LDS) identified 174 violations during inspections of maternity protection measures in companies. These violations included, for example, the prohibition on overtime and work between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., missing or inadequate risk assessments, or a lack of places to rest, the LDS reported. If deficiencies are not remedied, this can result in a fine. However, most employers are responsible and grateful for guidance, the agency said.
A total of 1,134 workplace inspections were conducted. The agency received reports of 12,091 pregnancies, 531 fewer than the previous year.
