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Scholz promises stable pension levels for decades to come
The election campaign is not short on promises. At the start of the SPD election campaign in Saxony, Chancellor Olaf Scholz also addresses an issue that concerns many - pensions.
Greens call for more help for animal shelters and rescue centers
The Greens in Saxony's state parliament are proposing better help for animal shelters and sanctuaries for wild animals. "The animal shelters in Saxony are at the limit of what they can achieve. The number of animals taken in is constantly increasing - but the resources are not growing with it," expl ..
Krah wants to get involved in the Saxon AfD election campaign
In the European election campaign, the AfD enfant terrible Krah had to hold back in the end. However, the MEP wants to get back into full swing in the upcoming state election campaign.
Saxon election committee admits numerous parties to state parliament elections
The Saxon election committee decides on nominations for the state parliament elections and admits numerous parties and associations.
The Left focuses on social justice
Comprehensive healthcare, free lunches at daycare centers and schools, fair wages and affordable rents - these are the issues with which the Left Party wants to win over voters.
State election polls in Saxony: neck-and-neck race between CDU and AfD
In Saxony, there are signs of a neck-and-neck race between the CDU and AfD in the state elections in September, with BSW as a possible third-strongest force.
Insa survey - AfD and CDU almost on a par
About two and a half months before the state election in Saxony, a recent Insa survey shows a neck-and-neck race between the AfD and CDU. According to the survey published on Wednesday, the AfD is the strongest force, just ahead of the CDU. The Saxon AfD is classified as right-wing extremist by the ..
Criticism: Subcommittee on funding practices hears witnesses
At the height of the refugee crisis, around 200 initiatives in Saxony tried to help those affected. The Free State paid subsidies for this. Years later, they are being re-examined.
Local authorities can acquire land for nature conservation more easily
Municipalities and districts in Saxony can now acquire land for nature conservation more easily. This is provided for in a law passed by the state parliament in Dresden. Specifically, they will once again have a right of first refusal. The law also lowers the minimum age for voluntary work in nature ..
State Parliament President Rößler and Vice-President Dombois say goodbye
The President of the Saxon state parliament, Matthias Rößler, has bid farewell to the House after 34 years in parliament. At the end of the last session before the summer break, the 69-year-old CDU politician took the floor once again on Thursday. He described the legislative period coming to an end ..
Saxony: Districts receive pre-emptive right for nature conservation areas
Saxony makes it easier for districts to acquire nature conservation areas through pre-emption rights and lowers the minimum age for voluntary work in nature conservation to 16.
State parliament meets for the last time before the summer break
The Saxon state parliament is expected to meet for the last time before the summer break on Thursday (9.00 a.m.). A few weeks before the end of the legislative period, MPs have to vote on two dozen bills. The meeting on Wednesday was therefore scheduled to last until two hours after midnight.This is ..
State parliament passes constitution protection law
The Saxon state parliament has passed a new law on the protection of the constitution, thereby implementing the requirements of case law. Green Party interior politician Valentin Lippmann spoke of a far-reaching reform on Wednesday. "The activities of the Office for the Protection of the Constitutio ..
State parliament passes new assembly law
The Saxon state parliament passed a new assembly law on Wednesday. Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) considers it to be the most modern of its kind in Germany.The protection of media representatives at gatherings is expressly formulated as a task of the authorities. Journalists should identify ..
Top Saxon politicians call for diplomatic initiative to end Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine
Saxon politicians call for a diplomatic initiative to end the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine and demand peace negotiations in the Ukraine war.
Left parties fail with bill on special funds for social equalization and climate protection
The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament has failed with its bill for a special fund for social equalization and climate protection.
Left parties fail with special fund for social equalization
The left-wing parties in the Saxon state parliament have failed with their bill for a special fund for social compensation and climate protection. Five billion euros were to be used to relieve the population in the event of crises, natural disasters or catastrophes. During a debate in parliament on ..
Saxony's Minister President calls for a solution to the refugee issue
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer demands a solution to the refugee issue from the federal government and speaks out in favor of a 'breathing upper limit' for migration. He draws a positive balance of his government's work and warns against hate crime and extremism.
Kretschmer: The issue of migration must be pacified
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer has called on the federal government to find a solution to the refugee issue. The CDU politician said in the state parliament on Wednesday that migration figures must be significantly reduced and the issue pacified. The population expects this. In the d ..
Saxony's Minister-President Kretschmer takes stock - mammoth program expected in state parliament
Minister-President Kretschmer takes stock, followed by long debates in the state parliament. Mammoth program with 24 bills expected.
Saxon state parliament with a mammoth program before the summer break
The Saxon state parliament is facing a mammoth program for its last sessions before the summer break. Sessions are expected to last 17 hours on Wednesday - until the early hours of the next morning. Thursday is scheduled to end after ten hours. If not all items on the agenda have been completed by t ..
Election forums for the state elections in Saxony
The State Center for Political Education is organizing 60 election forums for citizens for the state elections on 1 September in Saxony.
AfD ahead of CDU in Saxony-Anhalt in European elections
In the European elections, there are indications that the AfD could receive the most votes in Saxony-Anhalt by a wide margin. In interim results, it is ahead of the CDU.
Kretschmer: No more business as usual after AfD successes
The AfD has become the strongest party in the European elections in eastern Germany. Saxony's Minister President is calling for better solutions to problems ahead of the state elections in the east - including from his own party.
Saxony still counts: No final result of the European elections
The counting of votes for the European elections in Saxony continued well into the night on Monday. Even at 1.00 a.m., no final result was available. According to the overview of the state election supervisor, all votes had been counted in 410 out of 418 municipalities by then. Final figures were al ..
BSW: "Whirling up the German party landscape"
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) sees its course confirmed by its performance in the European elections. The Saxon BSW leader Sabine Zimmermann told the German Press Agency in Dresden on Sunday that it was unique for a party to achieve a nationwide average of over five percent from a standing st ..
AfD sees tailwind for state elections after success in European elections
Following its gains in the European elections, the AfD sees a tailwind for the upcoming state elections in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg.
Saxon constitution now also in Sorbian
In future, the constitution of the Free State of Saxony will also be available in Sorbian. The "Wustawa Swobodneho stata Sakskeje" was published to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sorbian Law, as announced by the state parliament in Dresden on Friday. "This edition advances the idea of a living con ..
Wagenknecht party wants U-committee on corona in Saxony
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) wants to be the first parliamentary initiative to launch a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic if it enters the state parliament in Saxony. "The coronavirus investigation must begin this year in Saxony," Wagenknecht told the German Press Agency in ..
Wagenknecht party wants U-committee on corona in Saxony
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) wants to be the first parliamentary initiative to launch a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic if it enters the state parliament in Saxony. "The coronavirus investigation must begin this year in Saxony," Wagenknecht told the German Press Agency in ..
AfD European candidate active in election campaign despite appearance ban
Maximilian Krah, AfD European candidate, appears in the election campaign despite a ban on appearances by the party leadership. Pictures in a blue AfD jacket in front of a shopping center in Dresden.
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Krah confirms searches of ex-employees
The AfD's lead candidate in the European elections, Maximilian Krah, has confirmed that the recent searches in Brussels and Strasbourg were directed against a former employee - who, however, no longer works for him. "Because it is misunderstood: There was no search today in an office that belongs to ..
AfD criticizes former partners after expulsion from ID group in the European Parliament
AfD party leader Tino Chrupalla sharply criticizes the parties of Marine Le Pen and Giorgia Meloni after their expulsion from the ID group in the European Parliament.
AfD leadership confident: will find partners after election
Following the expulsion of AfD MEPs from the right-wing ID Group in the European Parliament, the AfD leadership is determined not to remain isolated at European level after the European elections. "We have taken note of the ID Group's decision. Nevertheless, we are optimistic about the election even ..
AfD MEPs excluded from right-wing ID group in the European Parliament
All AfD MEPs were expelled from the right-wing ID group in the European Parliament following a motion by group leader Marco Zanni.
AfD excluded from right-wing group in the European Parliament
All AfD MEPs have been excluded from the right-wing ID Group in the European Parliament. A corresponding motion by group leader Marco Zanni has received the necessary support, several group representatives told the German Press Agency in Brussels on Thursday.Copyright 2024, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rig ..
75th anniversary of the Basic Law: Saxony's state parliament president praises milestone in the history of German democracy
Matthias Rößler (CDU), President of the Saxon State Parliament, praises the Basic Law as a milestone in the history of German democracy on its 75th anniversary.
AfD crisis: Krah withdraws from election campaign and board
Maximilian Krah has been a controversial candidate for the AfD for weeks. He has now announced his withdrawal from the party leadership and no longer wants to appear. And this two weeks before the European elections.
AfD leadership imposes appearance ban on top candidate Krah
With just over two weeks to go before the European elections, the AfD leadership is breaking with its lead candidate Maximilian Krah. The federal executive board has banned Krah from making an appearance, a party spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday, according to a report in the Bild newspaper.Copyri ..
Interior Committee of the Saxon State Parliament discusses attacks on election workers
The Saxon State Parliament's Committee on Internal Affairs discusses the current attacks on election workers and protection during election campaigns
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke to continue election campaign after attack
SPD MEP Matthias Ecke will continue his election campaign after his recovery. Party feels solidarity and support after the attack.
New members appointed to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig
The Saxon state parliament has appointed new members to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig.
Espionage case: Schuster rejects speculation by the AfD
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) has rejected speculation about the involvement of Saxony's Office for the Protection of the Constitution in the alleged espionage case involving AfD European politician Maximilian Krah. "The highly speculative public allegations made by the AfD against ..
Saxon state parliament debates crime, suspected espionage and protection of farmland
The Saxon state parliament deals with crime, suspected espionage and farmland protection. The AfD, SPD and Greens put various topics on the agenda.
Leftists demand better animal protection
The Left Party has called for more commitment to animal welfare and denounced abuses. Although animal welfare is a state objective in the state constitution and the Basic Law, the reality is different, explained party leader Susanne Schaper in Dresden on Thursday. The topic should still play a role ..
State parliament passes law on integration and participation
Saxony wants to make it easier for migrants to settle into their new home. On Thursday, the state parliament in Dresden passed an integration and participation law. Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) spoke of a milestone on the way to a society that values and promotes the diversity of its ..
Saxony wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Saxony wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Katja Meier denounces hatred and agitation in society
The Saxon Minister of Justice is using the upcoming 75th anniversary of the Basic Law as an opportunity to talk about the state of society. The first sentence serves as her guideline: "Human dignity is inviolable".
Justice Minister Katja Meier denounces hatred and agitation in society
Saxony's Justice Minister Katja Meier (Greens) has denounced hatred and hate speech in society and assured those affected of support.
State parliament debates poverty and education
The Saxon state parliament will debate poverty and education in the Free State on Thursday (from 10.00 a.m.). The two topics were added to the parliamentary agenda at the request of the Left Party and the Christian Democrats respectively.Before the topical hour, Justice Minister Katja Meier (Greens) ..
European elections in Saxony: 34 parties are running
In the European elections on June 9, people in Saxony will have the choice between 34 parties and political associations. The ballot paper will be around 81 centimetres long.
Public prosecutor's office examines investigations against AfD top candidate Maximilian Krah
The Dresden Public Prosecutor General's Office is conducting preliminary investigations into possible payments from Russia and China to Maximilian Krah, the AfD's leading candidate for the European elections.
Public prosecutor's office examines investigations against Krah
Following reports of possible payments from pro-Russian patrons to the AfD's leading candidate for the European elections, Krah, the public prosecutor's office in Dresden is now also getting involved.
Sahra Wagenknecht alliance calls for committee of inquiry to investigate coronavirus policy
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance wants to make the investigation into the coronavirus pandemic an issue in the Saxon state election campaign and is calling for a robust committee of inquiry. The AfD and the FDP are also calling for a thorough investigation.
Naturalization ceremony in the Dresden state parliament: 2548 people naturalized in Saxony
Last year, 2548 people were naturalized in Saxony, more than in the previous year. The naturalization ceremony in Dresden's state parliament honours their integration achievements.
Debate about store opening hours on public holidays in the Czech Republic
Discussion about the current regulations on public holidays leads to confusion for many people.
Saxon state parliament discusses legalization of cannabis again
The Saxon state parliament is once again debating the legalization of cannabis, a controversial topic within the coalition. Other topics include democracy, freedom and legislative projects.
Saxon state parliament passes law on constitutional compliance in the public sector
The Saxon state parliament has passed a law on constitutional compliance in the civil service in order to strengthen democracy and increase transparency in police work.
Minister of the Interior holds specialist government declaration on administration
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) wants to address the administration of the Free State in the state parliament today, Wednesday. He has announced a specialist government statement on this topic entitled "More self-administration, less state". At the request of the Alliance Greens, the ..
Poll: AfD ahead in Saxony, BSW in third place
While the AfD received the most votes in a poll, two governing parties are worried about entering the state parliament.
CDU parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament sees no scope for additional staff in the state administration
CDU parliamentary group sees fourth-highest staffing ratio in Germany and plans to reduce staff.
Opposition criticizes spending on travel, advertising and consulting
Good advice is expensive: the Saxon cabinet also spends a lot of money every year on expert advice to appear in the right light. This regularly annoys the opposition.
Equality Minister promotes solidarity and gender equality
Saxony's Equal Opportunities Minister Katja Meier (Greens) promotes more solidarity and gender equality at a reception in the state parliament.
CDU aims to become strongest force in Saxony state elections
The CDU wants to become the party with the most votes in the state elections in Saxony, as it did five years ago. The AfD is currently ahead in the polls. "Our goal is to clearly become the strongest party in the Saxony elections and to form a stable government from the center under the leadership o ..
Parliamentarians with disabilities meet in Hanover
Parliamentarians from various levels come together in Hanover to strengthen the political participation and inclusion of people with disabilities.
Thuringian Minister President defends controversial personnel decision in committee of inquiry
Prime Minister Ramelow justifies selection of Karawanskij based on leadership experience and willingness to take responsibility. Investigation committee examines the state government's recruitment practices.
Bavaria examines lawsuit against cannabis law before Bundestag decision
Bavaria critical of Bundestag's decision to legalize cannabis. Health Minister Gerlach examines legal steps. Federal Council makes final decision on March 22.
Brandenburg state parliament debates democracy and party system
The Brandenburg state parliament discusses the importance of democracy and the multi-party system. Broad majority promotes democratic principles.
Steinbach wants to review Berlin's tariff compliance regulation
According to the DGB, not even a fifth of companies in Brandenburg pay their employees wages at the level of collective agreements. The Left Party is calling for public contracts to be awarded in line with collective agreements, as is the case in Berlin.
Brandenburg state parliament defends planned increase in supplementary budget
The red-black-green coalition in Brandenburg defends the planned increase of more than 220 million euros in the supplementary budget. Finance Minister Katrin Lange (SPD) emphasizes the financial viability despite criticism from the opposition.
Brandenburg is examining the establishment of a Childhood House to support victims of sexual abuse
Brandenburg wants to provide better support for children and young people who have been victims of sexual abuse. The state parliament spoke out in favor of examining a Childhood House.
Popular motion for educational leave: around 21,000 signatures
Bavaria and Saxony are currently the only two federal states in which there is no statutory entitlement to educational leave. Many people in Saxony believe this should change.
Failure of the authorities to protect nature after gravel extraction near Ottendorf-Okrilla
One year after a piece of forest near Ottendorf-Okrilla was cleared for gravel extraction, Left Party politician Antonia Mertsching has accused the authorities of serious negligence.
Establishment of a committee of inquiry into funding practices at the Ministry of Social Affairs
The Saxon state parliament votes on setting up a committee of inquiry into funding practices at the Ministry of Social Affairs.
AfD calls for more action against cybercrime
The AfD is calling for a more intensive fight against cybercrime and an evaluation of the need for police officers in this area.
State parliament votes on U-committee on subsidies
The Saxon state parliament will vote on Friday at a special session on the appointment of a committee of inquiry into funding practices at the Ministry of Social Affairs. This was announced by parliament on Wednesday. The committee was set up at the instigation of the AfD parliamentary group. The ba ..
Oliver Schenk calls for openness to problems in the country
The mood in Germany is agitated, many people are unsettled. Time and again, protests on the streets are erupting into demonstrations. At the same time, many see democracy under threat. The mood in the country is also an issue in the state parliament.
Saxon state parliament discusses the current mood in the state and other topics
The Saxon state parliament discusses the current mood in the state, popular and top-class sport, farmers' demands and structural change in the economy. Other topics include plant protection and proposed legislation.
State parliament debates solar industry: demand to federal government
The lights went out for the German solar industry about ten years ago. Then, as now, price dumping by Chinese manufacturers made life difficult for the industry. Now there are hopes of state aid here too.
Left Party proposes comprehensive constitutional amendment for Saxony
The Left Party sees a considerable need for constitutional change in Saxony and goes far beyond the coalition's ideas with its proposals. We must find answers to the challenges of our time, said parliamentary group leader Rico Gebhardt on Friday in Dresden and criticized the changes planned by the C ..
Left Party proposes comprehensive constitutional amendment for Saxony
The Left Party sees a considerable need for constitutional change in Saxony and goes far beyond the coalition's ideas with its proposals. We must find answers to the challenges of our time, said parliamentary group leader Rico Gebhardt on Friday in Dresden and criticized the changes planned by the C ..
AfD parliamentary group wants to allow horse riding on all forest paths
The AfD parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament wants to reform the Forest Act and allow horse riding on all paths. The parliamentary group presented a draft bill to this effect on Thursday. "Saxony is one of four federal states in which riding in the forest is restricted. In the Free Stat ..
Sunday poll in Saxony: Newly formed alliance Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) third strongest force
In a recent poll in Saxony on the so-called Sunday question, the newly founded Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) alliance comes out as the third strongest force. The survey was commissioned by Mitteldeutscher Rundfunk (MDR).
AfD: U-Committee on the allocation of funding in the Ministry of Social Affairs
As announced, the AfD members of the Saxon state parliament have requested a committee of inquiry into the allocation of funding in the Ministry of Social Affairs. This was announced by the parliamentary group on Tuesday. The background to this is a special report by the State Court of Auditors, whi ..
Leftists push for lowering the voting age in Saxony
The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament is pushing for the voting age to be lowered to 16. Specifically, they are concerned with state and local elections. This already applies to the European elections. Following a hearing in parliament on Wednesday, parliamentary group leader Rico Gebhardt re ..
Calls to strengthen the right to petition in Saxony
The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament is calling for the right to petition to be strengthened in order to protect democracy and enable citizen participation.
Criticism of integration law at hearing in state parliament
The planned Integration and Participation Act has met with both approval and criticism at a hearing in the state parliament's social affairs committee. The Saxon Association of Towns and Municipalities (SSG) described the government's draft law on Monday as "yet another example of state over-regulat ..
President of Saxony's state parliament calls for peaceful coexistence
In his Christmas message, Matthias Rößler, President of the Saxon State Parliament, appeals to the population to cultivate peaceful coexistence and practice charity.
Wolfgang Bosbach reactivated for CDU election campaign in East Germany
The CDU is reactivating Wolfgang Bosbach for its election campaign in eastern Germany. The conservative politician emphasizes that he is not primarily fighting against the AfD, but for the CDU.
Saxony's state parliament takes measures against hate crime on the internet
Saxony's state parliament passes motion against hate on the internet and emphasizes the importance of efficient law enforcement.
State parliament passes new civil protection law
Saxony has a new law for fire protection, rescue services and disaster control. The state parliament passed the government's bill on Wednesday without any votes against, there were only abstentions. Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) spoke of one of the most modern laws of its kind in Germany. " ..
Debate on the debt brake: calls for reform
The SPD, Green and Left parties have called for a reform of the debt brake at federal and state level. "The current debt brakes are clearly outdated", said SPD parliamentary group leader Dirk Panter in the state parliament on Wednesday. In their current form, they would become a brake on investment, ..
Köpping: no corruption affair in the Ministry of Social Affairs
Saxon Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) has once again rejected accusations in connection with her ministry's funding practices. "There was and is no corruption affair in the Ministry of Social Affairs. But there was incorrect administrative action," she said in the state parliament on Wed ..
Saxony wants to make better use of scientific potential
Saxony wants to make better use of its scientific potential in order to become a European beacon of science.
State parliament with government statement and debt brake debate
The Saxon state parliament plans to discuss the debt brake at federal and state level on Wednesday (from 10.00 a.m.). The debate was reignited by the ruling of the Federal Constitutional Court in mid-November. The court had declared the reallocation of 60 billion euros in the federal budget null and ..
AfD Saxony classified as right-wing extremist by the Office for the Protection of the Constitution
After four years of investigation, the Saxon Office for the Protection of the Constitution classifies the AfD Saxony state association as a right-wing extremist organization.
"Shambles of a state treaty": criticism of the prison building
In the Thuringian state parliament, several MPs have criticized delays and cost increases in the construction of a joint Thuringian-Saxon prison in Zwickau. "What a debacle", said FDP MP Dirk Bergner on Wednesday during a topical debate in the Thuringian state parliament. We neither know when the pr ..