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Politics
Closing times at Speyer’s railway crossings: State government sees no need for action
In the current discussion about the closing times of railway crossings in Speyer, the state government has not shown any further approaches to shortening them. This challenging situation is causing incomprehension, especially among residents who suffer from the long waiting times and the associated noise. On November 10, 2023, the state government responded to a request from Michael Wagner, a member of the CDU, and confirmed that the Schützenstrasse level crossing is closed for almost 30 minutes every hour. Wagner…
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Politics
Courage to find a solution: traffic light government between arguments and standstill
At a time when things are not looking particularly rosy on the political front in Germany, the situation of the traffic light coalition is a current and explosive topic. Leaders and citizens seem to increasingly sense that drastic changes are absolutely necessary. Instead of working energetically on solutions, those in charge seem primarily interested in apportioning blame for grievances. The economic policy under the traffic light coalition, consisting of the SPD, the Greens and the FDP, is increasingly coming under…
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Politics
Innovative environmental policy: Inspiration from Europe for Austria
Environmental policy is a key issue that is a high priority in Austria as well as in other European countries. But while Austria is a leader in some areas, there are also areas where other countries have developed innovative solutions that could serve as a model. Looking beyond our borders can therefore be inspiring and provide ideas for future action. Cow tax in the Netherlands An interesting example of environmental policy measures is the so-called "cow tax" in the Netherlands.…
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Politics
Election campaign in Thuringia: Ramelow takes stock of five years of minority government
The election campaign in Thuringia is now reaching its decisive phase, while the state elections are just around the corner. In social media, interviews and public appearances, the leading candidates are trying to convey their messages to voters and win the last votes. Bodo Ramelow, the current Prime Minister, is in the spotlight, especially since the polls for his party, the Left, are currently stagnating below the critical 20 percent mark. In an interview with Thüringen24, Ramelow looks back on…
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Politics
Deportations to Afghanistan: A look at new political movements
Freiburg (ots) In a surprising turn of events, the German government has carried out a mass deportation to Afghanistan that had been planned for months. This was not in response to the tragic attack in Solingen, but rather as a political signal ahead of the upcoming state elections in East Germany. With this measure, the government wants to make a clear statement. The initiative reflects a well-thought-out strategy aimed at regulating the treatment of Afghan refugees, especially criminal asylum seekers.…
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Politics
Show deportation: child molesters return home with 1,000 euros
The German government's current deportation practice is causing considerable controversy and outrage among the population. The background to this is the decision to deport 28 serious criminal Afghans from Germany, including people who have been convicted of serious crimes such as child abuse and gang rape. What is particularly causing a stir, however, is the fact that these criminals are being provided with an astonishingly high amount of taxpayers' money. Each of the 28 deported criminals will receive 1,000 euros…
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Politics
WWF environmental protection program: demands for the future government
The upcoming national election in Austria is casting its shadow, and calls for more environmental protection and climate protection are getting louder. The environmental protection organization WWF has presented an ambitious environmental protection program that the future government is to implement. This includes measures such as a nature conservation offensive, a strong climate protection law and the reduction of soil sealing through binding upper limits. Volker Hollenstein, political director of the WWF, underlines the need for a comprehensive program to…
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Politics
State entry into Meyer Werft: Decision by the federal government and Lower Saxony imminent
In the coming days, a decisive step could be taken for the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg. According to reports, the governments of Lower Saxony and Berlin are planning to decide on a state stake in the traditional company, possibly as early as next week. This could be an important measure to stabilize the financial situation of the shipyard, which is currently in a very bad state. The Lower Saxony state government is due to vote on a proposal to…
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Politics
New security doctrine in Vienna: Russia from partner to threat – controversial step after 2.5 years
The government in Vienna has adopted the new security doctrine and officially declared Russia from a "partner" to a "threat." This step came two and a half years after the attack on Ukraine and signals the controversial nature of this decision. The long process of revising this doctrine shows how discussed and controversial it was. There were disagreements, especially between the coalition partners. The Greens demanded that climate change be taken into account as a security risk and that Russian…
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Politics
Swiss government considers lifting ban on nuclear power plant construction
Bern – A remarkable change is emerging in Swiss energy policy. The government is discussing the possibility of lifting the ban on the construction of new nuclear power plants. These considerations come at a time when the discussion about alternative energy sources and the sustainability of the electricity supply is becoming increasingly explosive. The Swiss government emphasizes that technological openness is crucial to effectively securing the electricity supply in the future. The official statement acknowledges that the existing ban not…