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Regensburg Customs Uncovers Sham Self-Employment Scam

A construction company employee posed as a self-employed entrepreneur, exploiting the system for over a year. The financial control unit's investigation led to a €7,200 fine.

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Regensburg Customs Uncovers Sham Self-Employment Scam

Regensburg Customs Office has exposed a case of sham self-employment involving a Kosovar national. The man was employed by a construction company, but was listed as self-employed, costing the social security system over €100,000.

The investigation revealed that the man worked three days a week as an employee and two days as a supposedly self-employed entrepreneur. However, his working hours were still determined by the construction company, and invoices were written by the company itself. The financial control unit discovered that the self-employment was a facade, as he used the company's tools and had no other customers. The sham self-employment lasted for over a year, resulting in a significant loss to the social security system.

The case highlights the importance of the work of the financial control unit in ensuring fair competition and protecting social security funds. The man was recently sentenced to a fine of €7,200 for working like an employee while being listed as self-employed.

The sham self-employment case in Regensburg has resulted in a significant loss to the social security system. The man's actions were uncovered by the financial control unit, leading to a fine. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of fair competition and the need for strict enforcement of employment regulations.

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