State parliament debates on the ban on firecrackers, pensions and the modern state
The finale is once again full of topics. The Saxon state parliament says goodbye to the year 2025 and wants to discuss controversial topics once again.
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BSW parliamentary group leader deplores the state of political culture
"A democracy that forgets who it serves has lost its compass," says BSW politician Sabine Zimmermann during her last speech in the Saxon state parliament. She is turning her back on politics.
Saxony wants to make its water supply crisis-proof
Water is a precious resource. This is especially true in times of climate change. The need for investment and renovation in the water industry is enormous.
Left and Greens against stricter requirements in soccer stadiums
The Left and Greens in the state parliament reject stricter controls in soccer stadiums. They warn against stigmatizing fans and criticize plans for AI video surveillance.
State parliament with penultimate plenary session this year
Water management, bureaucracy, usurious rents: at the penultimate session of the Saxon state parliament this year, explosive topics are once again on the agenda.
Curious BSW appearance: Dierks urges compliance with the rules
BSW MP Rudolph causes a stir in the state parliament with an unusual outfit. The president of the state parliament reacts with clear words.
AfD considers timetable for staff cuts inadequate
The AfD accuses the Saxon government of moving at a snail's pace with the planned staff cuts. According to the AfD, everything needs to happen much faster without weakening schools, courts and the police, for example.
MPs' salaries could rise again in 2026
Members of parliament are paid from taxpayers' money. This is why an increase in their salaries is always the subject of emotional debate.
Kretschmer praises the Left for constructive cooperation
The Prime Minister's assessment after a year without a majority of his own is positive. He particularly emphasizes the role of an opposition party.
SPD leader criticizes BSW: Agreements do not work
According to the Saxon SPD leader, there is a problem with the cooperation with the BSW. Despite criticism, he gives the minority government a positive report card.
Parliamentary groups push for better early childhood education
Every euro saved has to be paid back twice later, say the Greens, referring to early childhood education. Everyone agrees that it should be improved. But that costs money.
Clemens in court for traffic offense?
Saxony's Minister of Culture Conrad Clemens may have to stand trial for a traffic offense. The state parliament lifted the MP's immunity back in May.
Greens and Left in Saxony: "We won't go along with everything"
Saxony's governing parties, the CDU and SPD, are dependent on cooperation with the opposition. The Left and the Greens are not satisfied with this - and are calling for change.
Finance Minister: Costs for air traffic must fall
High costs are causing turbulence in domestic German air traffic. Saxony's finance minister is pushing for lower taxes and fees.
New Saxon integration commissioner elected
Martin Modschiedler is the new Integration Commissioner in the Saxon state parliament. In future, the CDU politician wants to ensure that integration is clear, fair and based on the rule of law.
State parliament with debates on right-wing extremism Rail transport
The term cityscape is on everyone's lips these days. The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament sees completely different problems in the cityscape than Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Köpping wants more speed in the integration of refugees
The number of refugees who have a job is increasing. Nevertheless, many are still dependent on social benefits. The AfD considers the benefits to be too high.
Minister: sense of security among the population is eroding
Saxony's Minister of Justice has clear words in the debate on internal security. She doesn't use the word "cityscape", and yet that's exactly what it's all about.
Saxon state parliament votes on broadcasting reforms
The State Broadcasting Reform Treaty requires the approval of all federal states. Now it is Saxony's turn. A close vote is expected.
Close vote expected on the Reform State Treaty in Saxony
Public broadcasting in Germany is to be reformed. All state parliaments must vote on the corresponding state treaty. Now it's Saxony's turn.
State parliament remembers constituent session of 1990
The first freely elected Saxon state parliament convened on October 27, 1990. State Parliament President Alexander Dierks remembers the democratic awakening after the Peaceful Revolution.
Greens propose voluntary year in the skilled trades
Both sides should benefit from the program: Young people gain an insight into the professions and the companies receive support in their search for young talent.
Poll: AfD strongest force in Saxony with 37 percent
The minority government of the CDU and SPD continues to lose support. The Social Democrats even have to fear for their re-entry into the state parliament. Meanwhile, the AfD is increasing its lead.
President Dierks sees parliament as a "learning system"
Despite longer decision-making processes, Saxony's state parliament president Dierks believes the parliament is capable of acting. He looks back on the first year with a minority government.
Parties consider Chemnitz Capital of Culture a complete success
Chemnitz is presenting itself as the European Capital of Culture this year. Representatives of political parties are already assessing the event positively and hope for similar effects in the future.
Left-wing parties call for protective shield for clubs in Saxony
Rising costs, falling visitor numbers. Many clubs and live music venues in Saxony are struggling. The Left Party now wants to put a protective umbrella over the scene.
Immunologist: Government aware of problems with corona pandemic
In the committee of inquiry, a Fraunhofer expert attests to the prudent actions of the Saxon government. However, he identified weaknesses in vaccination education not only in the Free State.
SPD wants to advance state modernization in Saxony
The Saxon SPD wants to make the administration fit for the future - without cutting back on teachers and the police. Instead of across-the-board cuts, it is focusing on clear priorities and reducing bureaucracy.
BSW parliamentary group leader Zimmermann announces withdrawal
After resigning from the BSW party board, Sabine Zimmermann also wants to give up her seat in the state parliament - for personal reasons.
Day of German Unity - State Parliament invites you to a ceremony
Journalist Robin Alexander and political scientist Astrid Lorenz are coming to Dresden for the Day of German Unity. If you want to be there live, you have to register in advance.
IHK Leipzig criticizes new wind power regulations in Saxony
The Leipzig Chamber of Industry and Commerce warns: fewer wind power areas could slow down investments - and make electricity more expensive for companies and consumers.
CDU welcomes rapprochement on special assets
The CDU parliamentary group sees the agreement on special assets as an important step. It wants to make concessions to the local authorities on one demand.
Carola Bridge collapse - state parliament discusses consequences
Saxony's bridges are in the spotlight one year after the collapse in Dresden: Minister Kraushaar draws initial conclusions. The opposition criticizes the infrastructure funds, especially in the municipalities.
Kretschmer: Predominant part of special assets for municipalities
The Free State of Bavaria will receive 4.8 billion euros from the federal government's special fund. It is still unclear how much of this money the local authorities are entitled to.
East German lifestyle: special status demanded for Simson reimports
The Simson mopeds built in Suhl have a special status: they are allowed to travel at 60 km/h and are therefore more than just an expression of GDR nostalgia. Thuringia wants the same for re-imports.
Kretschmer speaks in state parliament on investments in municipalities
Minister President Kretschmer presents plans for investments in Saxony and the municipalities in the state parliament. There are also debates on taxes, compulsory military service and the Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Kretschmer speaks in state parliament on investments in municipalities
Minister President Kretschmer presents plans for investments in Saxony and the municipalities in the state parliament. There are also debates on taxes, compulsory military service and the Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Science Minister wants a "new start-up era" in Saxony
Science Minister Gemkow is focusing on more start-ups from research. The path from idea to company is to be made easier. However, there is criticism from the opposition about reduced funding.
State parliament deals with wind energy
Two motions on wind power are on the agenda. Other topics include science, forest fires and taxes for the super-rich.
Virologist Drosten contradicts claims made during the pandemic
Virologist Christian Drosten once again answers questions from the investigative committee of the Saxon state parliament. He also dispels false allegations.
Activist Carola Rackete gives up her seat in the EU Parliament
After just under a year, Carola Rackete is giving up her EU mandate for the Left Party. A successor has already been chosen.
State parliament wants to bring the start of the Tour de France to Saxony
When it comes to the Tour de France, the Saxon state parliament also gets on the pedals. According to the will of the parliament, the Free State should campaign for the start of the Tour in 2030.
Praise and criticism for Saxony's 2025/2026 double budget
Saxony must save money. This is also evident in the state's current budget. It sets priorities in some areas, which also leads to disappointment in others.
Saxon state parliament goes into summer break
Following the adoption of the double budget, the state parliament will once again turn its attention to other topics. Debates are planned, for example, on the repayment of coronavirus aid, energy policy and the protection of demonstrations.
Saxon state parliament goes into summer break
Following the adoption of the double budget, the state parliament will once again turn its attention to other topics. Debates are planned on topics such as the repayment of coronavirus aid, energy policy and the protection of demonstrations.
Saxony's state parliament adopts 2025/2026 double budget
The time of uncertainty is over in Saxony: After a long back and forth, the Free State now has a budget for this year and next. This would not have been possible without votes from the opposition.
Saxon state parliament goes into summer break
Following the adoption of the double budget, the state parliament will once again turn its attention to other topics. Debates are planned on topics such as the repayment of coronavirus aid, energy policy and the protection of demonstrations.
Saxon state parliament discusses double budget
"Habemus budget" was the headline in the Saxon media when the agreement for the double budget was finalized. In fact, the CDU, SPD, Greens and Left Party created white smoke. Now the budget is ready to be voted on.
State parliament debates controversial budget
There is only one thing that unites the parliamentary groups in the Saxon state parliament during the budget debate: concern for the future. Otherwise, they are engaged in a verbal exchange of blows.
Kretschmer prepares Saxony for difficult times
Since the government no longer has its own majority, a different tone has prevailed in the Saxon state parliament. This is also evident in the debate on the state's double budget.
Left-wing activists disrupt state parliament session with protest action
Protest against the imprisonment of non-binary Maja T. in Hungary: The Saxon state parliament has to interrupt its session because the visitors' gallery suddenly gets loud.
State parliament holds final deliberations on double budget
Saxony does not yet have a budget for the current year. The state parliament is due to make a final decision on the double budget for 2025/2026 on Wednesday and Thursday. A compromise makes it possible.
State parliament votes unanimously in favor of Left Party motion
What once seemed unthinkable in Saxony is now possible in times of a minority coalition. The CDU also agrees to a motion by the Left Party. It is about a demand that the CDU/CSU has always had.
Criticism from Saxony of Czech plans for nuclear power plant
Nuclear power heats things up. This also became clear during a debate in the Saxon state parliament. The occasion was plans from the neighboring Czech Republic.
State parliament with last sessions before summer break - Budget
Just before the summer break, Saxony's parliamentarians need to sit tight. For four days, the MPs will be debating. The double budget is also on the agenda.
Double budget polarizes parliamentary groups in the state parliament
Saxony is to receive a budget for the years 2025 and 2026 this week. It is already clear that the controversial debate about the direction of the Free State will continue.
Greens want to increase citizen participation in politics
The Greens say that co-determination in political decisions creates more trust and greater acceptance. They are therefore introducing a law for better citizen participation.
Coalition agrees on budget with the Left and Greens
White smoke from four parliamentary groups: After a long back and forth, Saxony's double budget for 2025/2026 has been approved. Only the state parliament still has to give its consent.
Coalition agrees on budget with the Left and Greens
White smoke from four parliamentary groups: After a long back and forth, Saxony's double budget for 2025/2026 has been approved. Only the state parliament still has to give its consent.
Association calls for the five percent hurdle to be lowered
The "Mehr Demokratie" association sees the problem, particularly in eastern Germany, that the five-percent hurdle makes it more difficult to form a government. The association is therefore calling for a change.
AfD sets conditions for approval of the budget
The AfD links approval of the budget to three key issues. It wants to enter into talks with the CDU on these issues.
Green parliamentary group wants youth check for laws
Political decisions also affect the lives of children and young people, including in the future. The Greens in the state parliament believe that young people need to be heard more - and have a say.
Budget debate - Klepsch no longer sees any savings potential
The state parliament is facing a difficult budget debate. There are countless amendments and protests against planned cuts, including from the cultural sector - the minister is fighting back.
BSW criticizes handling of reclaims of corona aid
During the coronavirus pandemic, the state granted companies emergency aid. The companies must provide proof of need. Otherwise, repayments are due. This is causing criticism.
Opposition puts pressure on the budget with motions
The CDU-SPD minority coalition wants to adopt the double budget for 2025/2026 in June. This will not succeed without the opposition. And they are driving the price up.
Savings plans: social associations warn of long-term consequences
In its draft budget, the government has also made cuts in the social sector. If the planned cuts go ahead, there is a risk that established structures will disappear, warn representatives.
State parliament rejects cell phone ban at elementary school
In some federal states, cell phones are already banned in elementary school. The new Federal Education Minister also thinks this is right. However, Saxony's state parliament does not want to regulate this by law.
Solution for JVA-Zwickau to be found before summer break
Some already see the construction of the two-state prison in Saxony and Thuringia as being on a par with "problem construction sites" such as BER Airport and Stuttgart 21. There are still many question marks.
Controversial debate about the state of the fire department
The AfD wants to discuss deficits in the fire department and chooses a modified nursery rhyme for the debate title: "Tatütata, the fire department is not there - why?" The debate is controversial.
State parliament debates problems with prison construction in Zwickau
Some already see the project in the same league as major construction disasters such as Berlin's BER airport: the planned prison in Zwickau. Saxony, together with Thuringia, has a problem construction site there.
State parliament lifts immunity of Culture Minister Clemens
Saxony's Minister of Culture Conrad Clemens is to stand trial for a traffic offense. The state parliament has lifted the MP's immunity for this.
A good 4,500 people affected by homelessness
If you don't have a home, you can't protect yourself from wind and weather, illness or violence. The number of people affected is also increasing in Saxony.
AfD presents package of measures against teacher shortage
There is also a shortage of teachers in Saxony. Numerous lessons have to be canceled. The AfD makes a proposal.
Left: Right-wing extremism is part of everyday life at schools in Saxony
"The blacks have to die out so that the whites have it better": this is how a CDU politician quotes a Saxon primary school pupil. There are repeated cases of right-wing extremism in schools.
Minister of Economic Affairs holds specialist government declaration in the state parliament
The state parliament in Saxony convenes for its May plenary session. A wealth of topics are on the agenda for two days. Economics Minister Panter is the focus of the first day.
Tax estimate: plus for the state, minus for municipalities
Saxony's government has already factored tax forecasts into its draft budget. That is why the tax estimate figures for Saxony are not so bad. The reactions vary.
Greens present package of measures for early childhood education
No one is too young to learn. Girls and boys should already be well prepared for school in daycare centers.
Virologist Drosten against schematic pandemic planning
The parliamentary committee of inquiry of the Saxon state parliament hears renowned virologists as experts. Christian Drosten also talks about the role of science and politics.
Tax estimate: Saxony wants to avoid burden for municipalities
Just a few years ago, every tax estimate exceeded the previous one by far. But those days are over. Lower revenues than expected must now be expected.
BSW wants clarity from Drosten on corona decisions
The parliamentary committee of inquiry hears renowned virologists as witnesses and experts. On Friday, it is Christian Drosten's turn.
AfD wants more money for music schools
Music schools are not only under severe cost pressure in Saxony. The AfD fears that soon only higher earners will be able to send their children to lessons.
Greens consider cuts to fire protection irresponsible
Saxony has had painful experiences with forest fires in recent years. The fact that the Saxon government now wants to make savings on fire protection, of all things, is met with displeasure.
Drosten to testify in the state parliament's Corona Committee
The parliamentary committee of inquiry of the state parliament hears renowned virologists as witnesses and experts. Now it is Christian Drosten's turn.
Green politician sees Saxony in a deep crisis
The tablecloth between the Saxon Greens and their former coalition partner, the CDU, seems to have finally been cut. Green Party leader Wolfram Günther draws a sobering conclusion.
The Left announces a plethora of amendments to the budget
The Saxon double budget for 2025/2026 is scheduled to be passed by the state parliament in June. The coalition needs votes from the opposition for this. But they are making many demands.
BSW in Saxony presents package for change
The Sahra Wagenknecht alliance in Saxony only wants to agree to the double budget if the minority government makes significant changes. At its core, the BSW is concerned with investments.
Corona aid: Greens call for relief for those affected
The state helped companies financially during the coronavirus pandemic. Some small companies in particular feel overwhelmed by the repayment. The Greens are therefore calling for a remedy.
Budget: SPD insists on the possibility of new debt
The budget negotiations are considered difficult due to the lack of a majority in the governing coalition. The SPD parliamentary group leader makes it clear where his group stands on new loans.
State parliament decides on waiver of Clemens' immunity
Saxony's Minister of Culture Conrad Clemens is to stand trial for a traffic offense. However, the state parliament must first decide whether to waive his immunity.
Greens urge reform of financial equalization with municipalities
Saxony's municipalities are facing financial difficulties. The best way to solve the problem is controversial. There is only agreement that something needs to be done.
Election of the Leipzig Youth Parliament: results are in
The youth parliament in Leipzig has been elected. 20 representatives were chosen from 23 candidates. The online election allowed around 50,000 young people to cast their vote.
Virologists list failures of the corona pandemic
In Saxony, a parliamentary committee of inquiry is also looking into the coronavirus pandemic. Prominent virologists are also being questioned there.
Virologist criticizes several corona protection measures
In Saxony, a parliamentary committee of inquiry is also looking into the coronavirus pandemic. Prominent virologists are also being questioned there.
CDU parliamentary group leader is against new debt
The Saxon state parliament is due to pass a new double budget by the summer break. However, the coalition of CDU and SPD does not have a majority - and there is a debate about new debt.
Rejection of objections to state election recommended
Objections to the results of an election are possible. Citizens in Saxony also make use of this option. After the state election on September 1, 2024, 13 objections were received.
Finance Minister prepares Saxony for difficult times
Even a finance minister does not have a heart of stone, says Saxony's head of department Christian Piwarz. In view of the cash situation, however, painful decisions had to be made in the draft budget.
Saxon state parliament with first consultation on the double budget
It is about more than just a state budget. The deliberations and the decision on the double budget will show whether the consultation mechanism of the Saxon minority government works.
Dispute over easing the Saxon debt brake
Extremely difficult budget negotiations are looming in Saxony. One point of contention is the federal government's relaxation of the debt brake at state level.
Popular motion on educational leave in the state parliament
There is a legal entitlement to educational leave in 14 federal states - only Bavaria and Saxony are still missing. The Saxon state parliament is now dealing with a popular motion on the subject.
BSW calls for tax exemption for pensioners up to 2,000 euros
With every pension increase, more pensioners slip into tax liability. The BSW wants to prevent this and is calling on the Saxon government to support initiatives at federal level.