More income from inheritances for the country
If heirs turn down an inheritance or no beneficiary can be found, the inheritance falls to the state by law. It takes over everything: buildings, cars or household effects - and above all has work to do.
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State parliament adopts commission of inquiry on municipal finances
The tight budgets of local authorities are a perennial issue in Saxony's politics. Now a commission of experts is to submit proposals to solve the problem.
Saxony plans to spend around 25 billion euros per year
"Not all flowering dreams will ripen": This sentence was heard several times after the budget meeting of the Saxon government. The Free State is facing financially challenging times.
Saxony plans to spend around 25 billion euros per year
"Not all dreams will come true": This sentence was heard several times after the Saxon government's budget meeting. The Free State is facing financially challenging times.
AfD and FW want a commission of inquiry into municipal financing
Saxony's municipalities are financially strapped. According to the AfD and the Free Voters, an expert commission is now to present proposals for new municipal financing.
Dresden culture petition against massive cuts
Dresden also has to make savings. The list of cuts presented to the city council also includes massive cuts in the cultural sector. Alongside understanding for the budget situation, there is resistance.
Emergency situation: District with resolution to new state government
The financial situation of Saxony's rural districts is poor. The budget deficit is half a billion euros. The districts are appealing to the new state government.
More than 12,000 supporters for Theater Plauen-Zwickau
Faced with a looming deficit, the Plauen-Zwickau Theater is struggling to secure its future. But the theater has many advocates. Can they avert the cultural downsizing?
Finance Minister draws positive conclusions from his time in office
Saxony's former Finance Minister Hartmut Vorjohann has always opposed calls for a softening of the debt brake. Now he is stepping down. How does he look back on his time in office?
Finance Minister: There will have to be cutbacks
The fat years are over. You hear this time and again in the corridors of the finance ministries. The planned minority government in Saxony is facing major problems.
Cabinet confirms provisional budget management
In a difficult financial situation, the Free State of Bavaria is entering the new year without a new double budget due to the ongoing formation of a government in the wake of the state elections. However, it is still possible to pay for things that cannot be postponed.
Theater Plauen-Zwickau faces cuts - petition launched
The Plauen-Zwickau Theater is facing an immense financial hole. According to a petition, it could even face closure in 2025. It calls the shareholders to account, but also the state.
58 schools in Saxony to receive financial support
The federal and state government's Startchancen program aims to increase equal opportunities for pupils - regardless of their social background. A total of 58 schools are participating in Saxony.
Dispute over financial policy: Budget has a gaping hole worth billions
Saxony's new government is still in the coalition negotiation phase and is already facing financial problems. A lot of money is missing from the budget for the upcoming double budget.
Health resort awards: Saxon municipalities complain about high costs
Saxony's health resorts feel left behind compared to other federal states. The spa status means costs that the municipalities in the Free State have to bear alone. They fear competitive disadvantages.
Erzgebirgsklinikum applies for protective shielding proceedings
The Erzgebirgsklinikum is groaning under rising costs. But there is not enough money to implement an urgently needed renovation plan.
Tax estimate: further loss of revenue for Saxony
The tax estimate is an indicator of revenue development. In view of the economic situation, it was already clear in May that the Free State would have to make do with less money - the situation is different for the municipalities.
Leipzig plans budget volume of 2.8 billion euros for the next two years
Spending on social services, personnel and the heating transition: Saxony's largest city, Leipzig, is planning to spend almost three billion euros in the upcoming double budget.
Theater Görlitz-Zittau offers naming rights to sponsors
Allianz Arena or Playmobil Stadium - this type of sponsorship has long been the norm in sport. A theater in eastern Saxony is now taking this form of advertising as a model.
Carola Bridge partial collapse burdens Dresden's austerity measures
The financially strained situation due to high costs and falling allocations is forcing Dresden to cut costs. The administration is even looking at prominent projects - also because of the Carola Bridge.
City of Chemnitz budget in crisis
In Chemnitz, the city's expenditure considerably exceeds its income. The city administration wants to put all expenditure to the test.
Deutsches Hygiene-Museum Dresden fights to maintain its international reputation
The Deutsches Hygiene-Museum is unique in the world and has an international reputation. Popular science exhibitions are a magnet for visitors, and the museum is also a place for debate - now money is running out.
Tight budget: Dresden's culture to save millions
Dresden has to save. Costs are rising, key allocations from the state are falling. The budget situation is extremely tight. Severe cuts are looming - and a significantly shorter season in Hellerau.
German Hygiene Museum in Dresden warns of imminent imbalance due to cuts in state subsidies
The German Hygiene Museum in Dresden is all about people. The popular science exhibitions are a magnet for the public and the museum is also a forum for debate - but there is a threat of trouble.
Saxon transport companies receive millions in funding for climate-friendly buses
Saxony's Ministry of Transport is providing millions in funding for local public transport. The subsidies are intended to help achieve the climate protection targets in the state and make public transport more attractive.
Foundation supports 327 art and cultural projects
The Small Projects Fund has been supporting cultural events in rural areas for several years. However, demand far exceeds the budget.
Budget situation in Dresden remains "extremely tense"
Inflation, social security contributions and high personnel costs are causing problems for Saxony's state capital: For the first time in years, it is facing a deficit at the end of the year.
Ministry of Finance: Deadline for 2023 tax return ends
The annual tax return is a challenge for many citizens of Saxony. An online portal helps to meet the deadlines.
Municipalities and transport companies demand more money for public transport
In an open letter, Saxon cities are pressing for more support from the Free State for local transport. Without additional funding, there is a threat of service cuts.
SSG demands better funding for local authorities
Saxony's local authorities are also short of money at every turn. This is why there is a great deal of wrangling over municipal finances - especially before a state election.
"Saxony Fund 2050" - SPD presents investment strategy
The SPD sees a major investment backlog in schools, hospitals, housing and the economy in Saxony. The party would like to reduce this with a special fund.
Municipalities in dire straits: Lord Mayor warns of financial crisis
Grimma's Lord Mayor Matthias Berger warns of the financial imbalance of Saxony's municipalities due to exploding costs and a lack of room for maneuver. He calls for an honest stocktaking and clear structures.
Municipal level wants to benefit from bitcoin proceeds
Saxony's municipalities want a share of the "Bitcoin treasure" - money that the Free State does not even have yet.
Millions for the state - tax investigators' balance sheet lower in 2023
The state is dependent on tax revenue, also for the general public. Its investigators are therefore always doggedly on the trail of fraudsters and tax evaders - with success.
More money for Saxony in future thanks to census
Although Saxony has lost inhabitants according to the census, it can still count on more allocations from the federal financial equalization scheme. This is due to a statistical effect.
More than 300,000 appeals against property tax assessments
With a revenue of around 15 billion euros per year, property tax is one of the most important sources of income for local authorities in Germany. Its reform involves a great deal of effort.
Criticism of Kretschmer's call for special assets
The Saxon head of government sees a huge investment backlog in Germany. He wants to create a so-called special fund to clear it. The FDP suspects what lies behind the word.
Three million from sponsors for the Free State's activities
The Free State of Saxony also uses sponsorship. However, its share of the overall budget is negligible.
Budget freeze to have little impact
The budget freeze imposed by the Saxon Ministry of Finance should have as little impact as possible on science and research. The consequences cannot yet be quantified in concrete terms, said ministry spokesperson Falk Lange on Monday when asked. "However, there are also large areas that are not affe ..
Conflict over finances defused: agreement on key points
Local authorities and rural districts are groaning under increasing financial burdens, especially in terms of social benefits. So far, the Ministry of Finance has remained intransigent. Now there are signs that the situation is easing.
BSW expects millions in tax revenue for upcoming election campaigns
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance is expecting 2.75 million euros from state partial funding for upcoming election campaigns. Budgets totaling 1.3 million euros are planned for the East.
BSW expects millions in tax revenue for upcoming election campaigns
The Sahra Wagenknecht alliance is counting on 2.75 million euros from partial state funding for successful results in the European elections. Planning budgets for the state elections in the east.
Ministries forced to make savings after budget freeze
So far, only one thing is certain: the red pencil will have to be applied more often in Saxon ministries in the coming months. The specific list of cuts has not yet been determined.
Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs warns of fatal consequences if talks on municipal finances fail
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping (SPD) considers the failure of the talks on municipal finances to date to be fatal and warns of serious consequences.
Vogtland district council insists on solution
In the face of a dramatic financial imbalance, Saxony's rural districts are calling for a swift solution to the problem. "Even if we were to reduce voluntary expenditure completely to zero, we would no longer be able to balance the deficit. This would kill off the district," said Vogtland District A ..
Vogtland district council rejects addendum
The municipalities and districts in Saxony are running out of money. High social benefits in particular are putting a strain on their coffers. This is why the focus is on the federal government and the state of Saxony.
Criticism of growing number of state employees in Saxony
The criticism of the Saxon Court of Audit regarding the growing number of state employees has also brought the extra-parliamentary opposition of the FDP and Free Voters onto the scene.
Saxon State Court of Audit presents annual report
State Court of Audit presents report on budget & school construction in Saxony
Saxon State Court of Audit publishes annual report
The Saxon State Court of Audit presents the first volume of its annual report, focusing on the budget situation, school building construction and other audit objects.
Saxony State Court of Audit presents annual report
The Saxon State Court of Audit will present the first volume of this year's annual report on Thursday (11.00 a.m.) in Dresden. Among other things, it deals with the budget situation of the Free State and the construction of school buildings. The authority's experts have also scrutinized the Saxon st ..
Start-up opportunities program for schools in Saxony
30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony benefit from the Startchancen program for better educational opportunities.
60 schools to benefit from the Startchancen program soon
From the coming school year, 30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony are to benefit from the so-called Startchancenprogramm. "The federal and state government's Starting Opportunities Program is intended to give children and young people better educational opportunities regardless of ..
60 schools to benefit from the Startchancen program soon
From the coming school year, 30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony are to benefit from the so-called Startchancenprogramm. "The federal and state government's Starting Opportunities Program is intended to give children and young people better educational opportunities regardless of ..
SPD leader criticizes "budget freeze light" in Saxony
If the country collects less tax than originally estimated, it has to recalculate. That is a truism. The SPD is now pointing out the consequences.
Roth promotes cultural passport at European level
The so-called Culture Pass is intended to encourage young people to take part in cultural activities. Minister of State for Culture Claudia Roth has been positive about the project so far. And is already planning to expand it.
Tax estimate: Less revenue than expected for Saxony
The tax estimate provides an indication of how revenue will develop. According to the Saxon finance minister, significantly less money is coming into the state coffers than expected.
Saxony's universities receive seven billion euros in basic funding until 2032
Saxony's universities receive seven billion euros in basic funding for the years 2025 to 2032. Grant agreement signed.
Vogtland district imposes budget freeze due to social spending
The Vogtland district has issued a temporary budget freeze due to rising social spending. This mainly affects voluntary services in culture and sport, the district office announced on Tuesday. According to initial estimates, the deficit in the social sector will amount to more than 22 million euros ..
Kretschmer rejects speculation about staff increases
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer says no to 6000 additional jobs in the state administration. Financial challenges and tough talks with the federal government.
Saxony must dip into reserves for budget
Tax revenues have recently fallen short of forecasts. The "fat years" also seem to be over for Saxony. The finance minister is therefore stepping on the brakes.
Saxon tax offices begin processing income tax returns for 2023
Saxony's tax offices have started processing income tax returns for 2023. The first notices are to be sent out from the end of March.
Pilot project to introduce a payment card for refugees in Saxony
In April, a pilot project for the gradual introduction of a payment card for refugees will start in Saxony's rural districts.
Daycare center fees: This is how much parents pay in Saxony's major cities
When it comes to childcare fees, Germany resembles a patchwork quilt. In Saxony, on the other hand, the picture is comparatively uniform.
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.
Special fund worth billions for Berlin's climate protection on the brink
A planned special fund worth billions for more climate protection in Berlin is on the brink after an external expert report called the project into question. New ways of financing need to be found.
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.
Universities get more money and new subjects
Whether prospective engineers, lawyers or doctors: more than 100,000 people study in Saxony. There are 14 state universities alone. How should they develop in the future?
After the deadline: 56,000 property tax declarations still missing
Although the deadline has long since passed, the Saxon tax offices are still missing property tax declarations. As a result, offices often have to estimate the land value - not always to the owners' liking.
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 ..
State capital Dresden expects higher asylum expenditure
The city of Dresden is expecting additional expenditure of around 82 million euros in the coming year as a result of increased refugee numbers. However, the state capital does not have to bear this sum alone, as it will also receive transfers from the state of Saxony. Up to 46.8 million euros will b ..
Kretschmer in favor of special funds and aid for municipalities
Hardly any other topic has been debated as much as the debt brake. The CDU/CSU took legal action against the budget policy of the traffic light government and was proved right. The Saxon head of government nevertheless sees a need for change.
Saxony's Ministry of Social Affairs supports hospitals with 193 million euros
This year, the Saxon Ministry of Social Affairs supported investments in hospitals in Saxony with 193 million euros.
Saxony has the highest proportion of students with Bafög funding
Saxony has the highest proportion of students who finance their studies via Bafög, according to a study by the CHE Center for Higher Education Development. In 2022, 19,186 students took advantage of this state funding, which corresponds to a share of 18.3 percent.
Minister of Agriculture criticizes cancellation of benefits for farmers
Agriculture Minister Wolfram Günther criticizes the planned abolition of benefits for farmers. The traffic light coalition wants to abolish agricultural diesel and motor vehicle tax concessions.
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, ..
East German left-wing parties warn against cuts in social benefits and investments
The East German state parliamentary group leaders of the Left Party have warned the federal government against cuts to social benefits and investments. There is a threat of social austerity.
Finance Minister asks offices for Christmas peace
Christmas is a time for reflection. During this time, the tax authorities should refrain from taking measures that could be perceived as inappropriate.
Government wants to secure cultural offerings in Saxony
Saxony's government wants to secure cultural offerings in the Free State with additional money. Ten municipal theaters and orchestras have agreed with State Minister of Culture Barbara Klepsch (CDU) on funding totalling 4.6 million euros for 2023 and 2024, the Ministry of Culture announced in Dresde ..
Almost 70 million euros from inheritances and donations
Saxony received 69.9 million euros from inheritances and gifts last year. A total of 620 million euros was left behind in more than 2,300 inheritance cases, as announced by the State Statistical Office in Kamenz on Thursday. Around a third (35 percent) was accounted for by bank deposits, 28 percent ..
Saxon Association of Towns and Municipalities calls for additional funding for local authorities
The Saxon Association of Towns and Municipalities (Sächsischer Städte- und Gemeindetag - SSG) has lamented the increasing financial deficits of local authorities and called for additional funding for refugee costs, among other things.
Kretschmer: Federal-Länder agreement only a first step
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer has criticized the results of the federal-state negotiations on migration as disappointing. Many points had been watered down by the federal government, the CDU politician said in Dresden on Tuesday. Nevertheless, the final decision was important as a f ..
Budget in Leipzig at limits: Financing the energy and transport turnaround a challenge
The additional costs for the energy and transport turnaround are pushing the budget in Leipzig and other municipalities to its limits. The mayor is calling for financial support from the federal and state governments.
State parliament approves aid package for counties and municipalities in view of high cost increases
The state parliament has cleared the way in favor of the counties and municipalities affected by enormous cost increases. On Wednesday, the majority of the members of parliament decided to amend the laws on municipal financial equalization.