Committee of inquiry into nuclear phase-out begins work – politics in focus
The Bundestag's committee of inquiry into the nuclear phase-out has now officially started. The aim is to decisions and processes surrounding German energy policy since February 24, 2022. Particular attention is being paid to whether the possible continued operation of nuclear power plants has been examined comprehensively and with an open mind against the background of the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine.
Politicians involved under suspicion
The focus of the investigation is on Federal Ministers Steffi Lemke (Environment) and Robert Habeck (Economy) from the Green Party. They are accused of not having made the decisions regarding the continued operation of the nuclear power plants in a neutral manner. Specifically, there is a suspicion that important information was withheld or manipulated in order to deceive the public.
CDU/CSU politician Stefan Heck stressed that the independence and objectivity of the decisions on the nuclear phase-out are being questioned. This is now to be clarified by the investigative committee.
New discussion about the nuclear phase-out
The extension of the operation of the last three nuclear power plants in Germany The energy crisis has led to a renewed debate about the nuclear phase-out. The main issue at the heart of the discussion is whether the decisions to continue operation were actually made with an open mind. Supporters and critics argue about the reasons and consequences that these decisions have for energy supply and the environment.
A recently published report by the magazine "Cicero" fueled doubts about an impartial review of the possible continued operation of the power plants. Internal concerns are said to have been suppressed, which led to further controversial discussions within the government and the opposition.
Outlook and expectations
The investigative committee plans to hear the first witnesses in September after the summer break. Both Minister Lemke and Minister Habeck will have to answer the committee's questions. The political landscape is eagerly awaiting the results and possible consequences that this investigation will have for German energy policy.
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Source: nachrichten.ag
