Also means
service regulations
Usage Note
Dienstrecht is the body of law governing the employment, duties, rights, and discipline of civil servants (Beamte). It is divided between Bundesrecht (federal) and Landesrecht (state law), with the Beamtenstatusgesetz providing a common framework.
Examples
"Reformen im Dienstrecht sollen die Gewinnung von Fachkräften erleichtern."
Natural Translation
Reforms in civil service law are intended to make it easier to recruit specialists.
Literal Translation
Reforms in service-law should the recruitment of specialists ease.

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