Poll results
Should English be introduced as a second language in public authorities?
Support
Reject
Don't know
PolitPro Community – 3768 respondents – 08.09.2023-15.09.2023
Poll information
Should English be introduced as a second language in public authorities? 46% of respondents are in favor of English being introduced as a second language in public authorities, while 49% are against.
:undecided% chose the answer "Don't know". The survey was conducted among 3768 users of the PolitPro app during 08.09.2023-15.09.2023. The results are not representative, but may give a rough idea of the political mood around the issue.
Pros - What's in favor?
- International communication: English is the most spoken language in the world and is used as an international lingua franca in many areas. Introducing English in government agencies could facilitate communication with other countries and international organizations. This would improve the exchange of information, cooperation, and efficiency of government agencies.
- Global trade and competitiveness: English is the language of global trade. Introducing English into government agencies would enable employees to communicate effectively with foreign companies, investors, and partners. This could open up new business opportunities and increase Germany's competitiveness internationally.
- Integration of expats and international professionals: Germany is a popular destination for expats and international professionals. The introduction of English in government offices would help these individuals to better integrate into the German bureaucratic system and process their requests more efficiently. This would facilitate integration and better utilize the potential of these professionals for the German economy.
Cons - What's against it?
- Displacement of the German language: The introduction of English as a second language could lead to a decrease in the importance and use of the German language. German is the official language of Germany and has important cultural and historical significance. Promoting English could jeopardize its own identity and language.
- Language barriers: Not all employees in government agencies are proficient in English at the same level. Introducing English as a second language could lead to language barriers and misunderstandings. This could affect the efficiency and quality of work in government agencies.
- Costs and resources: introducing English as a second language would require training and resources to provide appropriate training and support to staff. This would incur additional costs and potentially affect other important areas where resources are needed.