The National Normenkontrollrat (NKR) has issued a stern warning about the impending collapse of Germany’s public administration unless substantial bureaucratic reforms are undertaken by the next government. NKR Chairman Lutz Goebel highlighted the increasing retirements without sufficient new hires, leading to an inability to effectively implement complex laws. The council advocates for a veto right against inefficient laws and emphasizes the need for a cultural shift away from excessive regulation. Goebel’s mixed assessment of the outgoing coalition’s tenure underscores the urgent need for efficient governance in the face of economic and infrastructural crises.