Expert government in Saxony: political compromise or danger to democracy?
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Saxony's finance minister fears cut in EU funding
The EU is planning a reform in the allocation of funding. The money is only to go to the federal states and no longer to individual regions. In Saxony, people are worried about funding.
Saxony's transport minister appeals to the CDU: do not jeopardize the Deutschlandticket
The break-up of the Ampel coalition could jeopardize the continuation of initiated projects. The future of the Deutschlandticket is also still uncertain.
Heads of government of the eastern German states discuss securing skilled workers
The heads of government of the eastern German states are meeting in Berlin. What is on the agenda?
States call for measures to relieve the burden on local authorities
In the view of the Minister Presidents, local authorities are having to shoulder more and more tasks. Now the heads of government are calling for measures to ease the burden.
Union-led federal states call for stricter measures in migration policy
At the Conference of Minister Presidents, the CDU/CSU-led states are insisting on a tighter migration policy. The debate is about how the country could better restrict irregular migration.
Heads of government campaign for better inclusion of people with disabilities
The inclusion of people with disabilities is the focus of the Minister Presidents' Conference in Leipzig. But without a solid financial basis, further development could come to a standstill.
German Publishing Award 2024: Akono, Mixtvision and parasitenpresse receive awards
More than 80 independent publishers receive awards for their work. The total prize money amounts to 1.6 million euros. This is the first time that a publishing house has received special recognition for sustainability.
Thuringia's Minister President Bodo Ramelow skeptical about possible AfD ban motion
A possible application to ban the AfD party is causing discussion. Bodo Ramelow also expresses concerns and recognizes a danger.
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer meets BSW Chairwoman Wagenknecht in Berlin
The CDU in Saxony is dependent on BSW to form a government. Kretschmer has now discussed possible cooperation with Wagenknecht.
Health Minister warns against alcohol consumption during pregnancy
If a pregnant woman drinks alcohol, this can cause lifelong damage to her child. According to the ministry, this affects hundreds of newborns in Saxony every year.
Minister of Agriculture honors 100 years of stallion parades in Moritzburg
The Moritzburg Stallion Parades are celebrating their 100th anniversary. Every year, they are a showcase and spectacle for breeders and horse fans from Germany and abroad.
Career start in the Saxon tax administration
Saxony's tax offices also constantly need skilled workers. The next generation of tax administrators is trained in their own state.
Saxony's interior minister loses direct mandate to AfD candidate
Armin Schuster has been Saxony's Minister of the Interior for a good two years. The politician, who is considered a hardliner on the subject of asylum, was supposed to win a direct mandate for the CDU - in a difficult region.
According to election researcher analysis: CDU Saxony owes election success to Minister-President Kretschmer
The AfD is coming up trumps in Saxony. However, according to an election researcher analysis, a large majority of citizens do not want to see them in government. The incumbent Kretschmer should remain head of government.
Saxony's interior minister criticizes the federal government's security plans
How should Germany react appropriately to terrorist attacks or the illegal entry of migrants? The ideas in politics differ widely.
Environment Minister: species extinction in Saxony a threat
For Environment Minister Wolfram Günther, species conservation and climate protection go hand in hand. Over the past five years, a trend reversal has been initiated, but there is still a lot to do, says the Minister.
Federal Minister of the Interior Faeser comments on court decision on 'Compact' magazine
After the court ruling in favor of the "Compact" magazine, Faeser has to answer uncomfortable questions. Has she possibly overshot the mark in the fight against right-wing extremism?
Saxony's Interior Minister condemns right-wing extremist protests at the CSD in Bautzen
The Christopher Street Day demonstration in Bautzen in eastern Saxony is under police protection. The reason is right-wing protests. Saxony's Minister of the Interior is shocked.
Minister Presidents of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Saxony emphasize importance of World Heritage applications
The Minister Presidents of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Saxony emphasized the importance of the successful World Heritage applications and signed agreements on closer cooperation in tourism and research.
Minister President Manuela Schwesig meets her Saxon counterpart Michael Kretschmer in Schwerin and Rostock
Minister President Manuela Schwesig (SPD) meets her Saxon counterpart Michael Kretschmer (CDU) in Schwerin and Rostock to strengthen cooperation.
Teacher shortage in Saxony despite hiring more than 1000 new teachers
The shortage of teachers in Saxony remains a challenge despite the recruitment of more than 1000 new teachers. Minister of Education Piwarz comments on the situation and the measures.
Saxony on course: legal entitlement to all-day care by 2030
Minister of Education Piwarz takes stock of all-day care in Saxony and emphasizes the good starting position for the future.
402 young people in Saxony with a dream grade of 1.0 at A-levels
This year, 402 young people in Saxony passed their Abitur or Fachhochschulreife with a dream grade of 1.0. Minister Piwarz and Minister President Kretschmer congratulated them.
Shortage of skilled workers in Saxony: Minister of Economic Affairs sees challenges
Economics Minister Dulig warns of a growing shortage of skilled workers in Saxony and emphasizes the importance of foreign workers.
Saxony supports hospitals with 20 million euros
Saxony grants financial support for hospitals until the nationwide reform. Health Minister Petra Köpping emphasizes the difficult situation and the need for change.
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.
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.
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.
Saxony's Minister President calls for the deportation of delinquent migrants
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer speaks out in favor of deporting migrants who commit crimes and calls for existing laws to be amended. Integration of refugees should be more targeted.
Saxony's environment minister welcomes continuation of the repair bonus
Saxony's Environment Minister Wolfram Günther welcomes the continuation of the repair bonus and emphasizes its success for the environment and climate.
Saxon apple variety in the orchard and vegetable garden of Versailles Palace
Saxon apple variety is planted in the royal garden of Versailles. Prime Minister Kretschmer presents Macron with an apple tree.
Saxony's environment minister promises financial aid for fruit and wine growers after frost damage
Saxony's Environment Minister holds out the prospect of aid for affected fruit and wine growers after frost damage caused immense damage.
Minister presidents speak out in favor of above-ground electricity highways
Minister presidents of Baden-Württemberg and Saxony are in favor of above-ground high-voltage lines for future electricity highways in order to save costs and time.
Saxony's Economics Minister travels to Italy with a delegation to strengthen economic relations
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig (SPD) is traveling to Italy with a delegation to expand economic relations.
Federal President Steinmeier visits theater in Görlitz and detergent manufacturer in Zittau
Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits the Gerhart-Hauptmann-Theater in Görlitz and Fit GmbH in Zittau. Together with Prime Minister Kretschmer, he sees the play "The Exemplary Life of Samuel W.".
Saxony's Prime Minister Kretschmer meets East German acting legend Gojko Mitić
Michael Kretschmer meets Gojko Mitić, an East German acting legend, at the inauguration of a sandstone stele for the film 'The Sons of the Great Bear' in Rathen on May 19.
Interior ministers discuss more protection for elected officials
The federal and state interior ministers are discussing more protection for political activists following violent attacks on politicians. Saxony is planning a Bundesrat initiative to toughen penalties.
Saxony's interior minister condemns attacks on politicians and election workers
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster condemns attacks on SPD MEPs and Green election workers. Protection of public officials and elected representatives is a high priority.
New members appointed to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig
The Saxon state parliament has appointed new members to the Constitutional Court in Leipzig.
Federal Minister of Economics Habeck fights to preserve the German solar industry
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck has not yet given up the fight to preserve the solar industry in Germany, despite the closure of Solarwatt.
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.
Saxony's heads of government and education ministers promote close cooperation between schools and companies
The head of the Saxon government and the Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs are advocating increased cooperation between schools and companies in order to promote interest in STEM subjects.
EU funding strengthens Saxony's economy according to Economics Minister Dulig
Economics Minister Dulig emphasizes the positive effects of EU structural funds on Saxony's companies and jobs.
Solar manufacturer Meyer Burger closes plant in Freiberg
The solar manufacturer Meyer Burger has sealed the final end for its site in Freiberg, with more than 400 employees losing their jobs.
Health authorities in Saxony: open day recognizes their important role
Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping praises the work of the health authorities in Saxony and emphasizes their key role in public health. Their work is honored at the open day.
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs concerned about increasing violence at schools
Minister of Education Piwarz expresses concern about the increase in acts of violence at schools in Saxony and emphasizes the need for a zero-tolerance strategy.
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.
Kretschmer: Migration commission without bans on thinking
Michael Kretschmer (CDU), Minister-President of Saxony, links the planned cross-party commission "Managing migration, protecting humanity" with progress in asylum policy. The commission must have neither blinkers nor bans on thinking and must also discuss an amendment to the Basic Law or cuts in ben ..
New emergency room opened at Emmaus Niesky Hospital
The new emergency room at Emmaus Niesky Hospital improves medical care in the region and strengthens the Niesky Local Health Center.
Social Affairs Minister Köpping emphasizes the importance of psychosocial care for traumatized refugees
Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs, Petra Köpping, emphasizes the importance of psychosocial care for traumatized refugees and praises the work of the psychosocial centers.
Saxony's interior minister criticizes planned cannabis liberalization
The Saxon Minister of the Interior warns of the consequences of the planned liberalization of cannabis and criticizes the law as a mistake on the part of the federal government.
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.
Saxony's Economics Minister Dulig supports aid project in Ukraine
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig travels to Ukraine to support an aid project and emphasizes the importance of peace.
Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs criticizes GDR comparison by Prime Minister Kretschmer
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Köpping (SPD) has described Prime Minister Kretschmer's comparison with the GDR as inappropriate.
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck expresses concern about the state of the German economy
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck expresses concern about the state of the German economy and calls for more investment and economic growth.
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer will wait until after the state elections in the fall to decide on his candidacy for chancellor
Saxony's Minister-President Michael Kretschmer does not want the Union's candidacy for chancellor to be decided until after the state elections in the fall.
Saxony's Economics Minister contradicts speculation about abandoning public procurement law
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs Martin Dulig (SPD) has contradicted speculation that the state will abandon its planned public procurement law.
Federal Minister of Transport denies postponement of rail projects in Saxony
Federal Transport Minister Volker Wissing confirms implementation of all planned rail projects in Saxony
Saxony's interior minister criticizes federal law on deportation
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) has announced opposition to the new federal law on the faster deportation of rejected asylum seekers.
Saxony's transport minister welcomes commitment to the Deutschlandticket
Saxony's Transport Minister Martin Dulig has welcomed the commitment to the Deutschlandticket. This is an important signal of reliability for users, the SPD politician announced on Tuesday.
Saxony's Minister President calls for rescue package for solar industry
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) has called for a rescue package for the solar industry from the federal government and the EU. The industry is important for the economic strength and sovereignty of Germany and Europe, said Kretschmer on Wednesday. The federal government and the EU must finally act. Otherwise, many jobs in the East would be at risk.
Journalistic style; Minister of Culture Piwarz praises lateral entrants in Saxon schools
According to Education Minister Christian Piwarz (CDU), lateral entrants will remain an integral part of Saxon schools for the foreseeable future. Saxony has thus embarked on a path that is exemplary throughout Germany.
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs invites you to a kitchen table discussion during election campaign times
Saxony's Minister of Economic Affairs, Martin Dulig, invites people to his kitchen table to discuss their questions and concerns in this super election year.
Farmers' association gives agriculture minister ultimatum over EU direct payments
In the dispute over EU direct payments, the state farmers' association has issued an ultimatum to Agriculture Minister Wolfram Günther.
Saxony's interior minister appalled by meetings between right-wing extremists and AfD members
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster expresses his horror at the meeting between representatives of an extreme right-wing alliance and AfD members in Potsdam.
Saxony's interior minister concerned about destruction and attacks on New Year's Eve
Despite a largely peaceful New Year's Eve, Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster is concerned about the destruction caused and the attacks on emergency services.
Saxon Minister of Culture for better early childhood education
Saxony's Minister of Education Christian Piwarz (CDU) is committed to improving early childhood education in order to give all children equal opportunities in the education system.
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.
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.
Saxon state government inefficient according to Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) criticizes the inefficient work of the Saxon state government, especially the CDU.
Thuringia's Economics Minister warns against restricting financial support for the automotive industry
Thuringia's Economics Minister Wolfgang Tiefensee (SPD) believes that the transformation of the automotive industry is at risk if the federal government reduces its financial support. He warned against fatal signals from cuts.
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President calls for better infrastructure connections in the new federal states
Saxony-Anhalt's Minister President Reiner Haseloff is calling for better infrastructure links between the new federal states and Berlin and Eastern Europe. He emphasizes the need for more direct international connections from Berlin and improved train connections between Dresden, Magdeburg and Berlin. He also focuses on the demographic challenges facing the East and calls for more freedom in the allocation of university places in order to combat the shortage of doctors.
Saxony's Minister President demands leadership from Chancellor Scholz ahead of government statement on the budget crisis
Ahead of the government statement on the budget crisis, Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) has called for leadership from Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD).
Saxony's tourism minister criticizes expiry of reduced VAT for food in restaurants
Saxony's Tourism Minister Barbara Klepsch has criticized the planned expiry of the reduced VAT for meals in restaurants.
Saxony's tourism minister criticizes expiry of reduced VAT for food in restaurants
Saxony's Tourism Minister Barbara Klepsch has criticized the planned expiry of the reduced VAT for meals in restaurants.
CDU Minister Presidents of Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony open to reform of the debt brake
The CDU Minister Presidents of Saxony-Anhalt and Saxony, Reiner Haseloff and Michael Kretschmer, are open to a reform of the debt brake.
Saxony's Economics Minister and steel industry demand reduced industrial electricity price
Saxony's Economics Minister Martin Dulig and representatives of the steel industry are calling for a swift agreement on a reduced industrial electricity price. The steel industry is facing enormous challenges.
CDU secretary general criticizes protest march in front of Saxon premier's home
CDU Secretary General accuses far-right party of perfidy
Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner urges critical stocktaking of benefits for asylum seekers
Federal Finance Minister Christian Lindner (FDP) has again called for a "critical stocktaking" of benefits for asylum seekers. Citizens rightly expect us to return to management and control. In fact, however, he said, the key issue for people is not whether the federal government or the states provide funding, but that the numbers are reduced overall.
Decision on stationing further Bundeswehr units in Saxony imminent
The decision to station further units of the German Armed Forces in Saxony should be made soon, according to German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius (SPD). Saxony is of great importance for the Bundeswehr and it is not a question of whether, but where to station.
Saxony's minister president again calls for upper limit on immigration
Saxony's Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer has once again spoken out in favor of an upper limit on immigration and called for a turnaround in migration policy.
Saxon Minister of Social Affairs Calls for Renewed Establishment of an 'Asylum Steering Committee
Saxony's Social Affairs Minister Petra Köpping is calling for the establishment of an 'Asylum Steering Committee' to deal with the rising numbers of refugees.
Saxony's premier criticizes federal government but praises Chancellor Scholz
Saxony's premier is dissatisfied with the work of the federal government, but has a positive opinion of Chancellor Scholz.
Saxony's Minister President calls for greater EU commitment to Europe as an industrial location
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer has called on the EU to do more to preserve Europe as an industrial location. What is needed, he said, is the promotion of high technologies and a strengthening of economic clout.
Dispute over AfD ban: Saxon Justice Minister considers ban difficult under current circumstances
Saxony's Justice Minister Katja Meier believes it would be difficult to ban the AfD under the current circumstances. In some federal states, the party is being monitored as a suspected case, while in others it is considered to be right-wing extremist.
Saxony's interior minister criticizes the federal government's migration policy
Saxony's Interior Minister Armin Schuster (CDU) has criticized the behavior of the federal government in migration policy.
Saxony's Economics Minister Dulig: Transparent Factory Dresden retains orders
Saxony's Economics Minister Dulig confirms that the Transparent Factory in Dresden will continue to produce the ID.3 and that there has been no change in the Board's orders.