The biannual time change in Germany, which occurs in March and October, has been a controversial topic for years. Despite criticism, the country has adhered to the practice of switching between summer and winter time. However, the European Union (EU) is now considering changing this rule and has launched a survey to gauge public opinion. The EU is exploring the possibility of abolishing the time change and is seeking feedback from citizens on whether they prefer summer or winter time. The survey will be open until August 16, 2018.
Germany introduced summer time in 1980 and has since adjusted the clocks twice. The idea behind the time change was to save energy, but studies have shown that it can have negative effects on health. The EU is now considering a European-wide abolition of the time change and is seeking to understand the public’s opinion on the matter. If the time change is abolished, the EU Commission will seek a uniform solution for all member states to avoid confusion. The Commission will also prohibit individual member states from implementing their own solutions.
While the time change has negative effects on health, such as disrupting the body’s natural rhythm, it also has some benefits. For example, longer daylight hours in the summer allow people to engage in outdoor activities. The energy-saving aspect of the time change is minimal, but it does exist. The EU is seeking to weigh the pros and cons of the time change and is asking citizens to share their opinions on the matter.
