When it comes to drug-related crime, everyone is talking about the areas of the central station and Hollerich. The residents are demanding more security, the police offices are only open to a limited extent or bound to disappear in the future. What is being done to ensure a police presence? Our MP Corinne Cahen inquired with the responsible ministries.

When parents separate or divorce, the question often remains with whom the child should live in the future. In 2018, the secondary residence was introduced. Our MP Carole Hartmann asked the Ministry of Justice how many decisions have been made in this matter since then and how they turned out.

In contrast to the sentenced prisoners in Schrassig, prisoners of the Uerschterhaff are not allowed to work. This is despite the fact that pre-trial detention can last anywhere from a few days to a few years. Why is there a difference in treatment, and will anything change in this regard? Our MP Pim Knaff asked the responsible ministry for more information.

Family visits and time for the partner are only possible in prison to a limited extent. However, these relationships are an important support for the prisoner and contribute to his stability. What is the current situation for prisoners in Luxembourg, and has the inauguration of the new prison been used to create more opportunities? Our MP Pim Knaff asked the Ministry of Justice for more details.

Domestic violence is also a widespread problem in Luxembourg. Over 30% of people in this country have already experienced violence. Campaigns should draw attention to the subject and provide prevention. But where can victims find help? What means are available to them? And what is being done to stop the perpetrators from using violence? Our MP Carole Hartmann has asked the ministries in charge.

Every now and then, the news comes that a person, often a minor, is missing. With the latter, it felt like that number had increased recently. How many people have gone missing in recent years? How quickly are these people found generally ? When is an AMBER Alert started? Can public transport help in the search for missing people? Our MPs Claude Lamberty and Carole Hartmann have asked the respective...

Speaking on RTL’s Tribune Libre, our Eastern MP Carole Hartmann talked about the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States to repeal the right to abortion in the U.S.. As stated by our secretary-general, this is terrible news regarding women's self-determination over their bodies. And a warning that women must continue to fight for their rights.

The situation of prison guards isn’t an easy one. Verbal attacks are part of their everyday life, and physical attacks and serious threats are also becoming more common. How are prison staff protected? How many attacks have there been in recent years? And how can the guards protect themselves from threats? Our MPs Claude Lamberty and Max Hahn have asked the responsible ministers.

Since the application of the new law on the enforcement of sentences in 2018, conditional liberties have been regularly issued only under certain conditions, such as the payment of the civil action. These conditions can vary from case to case. Are there any guidelines in this regard? Our MP Pim Knaff has inquired at the relevant ministry.

According to Europol, women and children in particular are targeted by criminal organisations. What is Luxembourg doing to protect Ukrainian refugees from this violence?

The law of December 2020 made it easier to request a change of name or surname. How many people have changed their names in 2021 and what are general reasons for these requests? Our MPs Max Hahn and Carole Hartmann inquired at the ministry.

The Polish government's attacks on the rule of law and the LGBTIQ community are increasing. What is the Foreign and European Affairs Minister doing about it?

On December 11th, the Benelux Interparliamentary Assembly unanimously adopted a recommendation regarding the illegal drug industry and organised crime. How should this cooperation work and how does the Government see future cooperation on this topic? Our MP Gusty Graas has inquired with the ministries in charge.

We are increasingly hearing about cases of abuse and mistreatment of children and young people. As Luxembourg is certainly not an isolated country and the figures tend to increase, our MPs André Bauler and Carole Hartmann asked some questions to the ministers in charge.

The notary clerks act as the right hand of the notaries and support them in their work: preparing documents, keeping records, meeting clients - these are all tasks that can be taken over by a notary clerk. But how exactly is this function regulated? Are there enough notary clerks and what kind of profile is required to do the job? Our MPs André Bauler and Guy Arendt asked the respective ministries...

If the sexual partner takes off the condom during intercourse without telling the partner about it, this is known as 'stealthing'. Not only is this a serious breach of trust, it can also have health consequences for both partners. How is this phenomenon dealt with here in Luxembourg? What does criminal law foreseefor such cases? Does the criminal law need to be adapted to take this practice into account?...

In December, the new law was passed that should simplify the process of changing the name or first name. How many people have used this opportunity so far, how long does the process take and are all applications successful? Our deputy Carole Hartmann asked the Ministry of Justice.

Recent discussions have revived the issue of gender and its significance in a society. Legislative texts should be more inclusive in the future and adapt to a changing society. The 2018-2023 coalition agreement plans for a third gender, ie a third option in the civil status. How is the work on this project coming and what exactly is planned? Our Member of Parliament Carole Hartmann asked these questions...

In case of a divorce, shared custody is often a compromise used to help determine who has custody of the children, when and for how long. However, what is agreed upon is not always respected by the ex-partners. More and more frequently, cases become known where partners keep the children with them for longer than agreed or doesn’t allow them to return to the other partner. It also happens that children...

Operations on intersex children are not uncommon. Intersexuality is often seen as a medical problem that needs to be addressed. Regardless of whether these children are healthy, they are being refused a choice that they should have been able to make a later date. In Germany, a law is currently being discussed prohibiting this practice and aiming to strengthen intersex children in their self-determination....

After the last legislative elections, the president of the eastern electoral district has made her entrance to the Chamber of Deputies and is now one of the youngest MPs. We spoke with the attorney about her political priorities, her concerns about local enterprises, and the challenges of her native town Echternach.

"The first role of the state and the municipalities is to guarantee the safety and security of their citizens. There is a huge lack of security at the railway station, in its neighbourhood and in Bonnevoie, but this is not a new phenomenon", said the mayor of the City of Luxembourg, Lydie Polfer, in the Chamber of Deputies during a news hour on public security.

The safety of detainees during transport is not guaranteed in Luxembourg, because they do not wear seat belts, criticizes the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture and Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CPT) in a 2015 report. The Luxembourgish association "Eran, eraus… an elo?" meanwhile, criticizes the government for still not respecting international standards in this area....

Is it allowed for a bailiff to attach a sticker onto the post box to inform the residents about an enforced seizure at their home? How are private individuals contacted by the bailiff if they are not at home? How is the residents’ privacy safeguarded in such instances? MP Guy Arendt asked these questions to the Ministry of Justice.

Over the last few months, mobile speed cameras have been installed on two routes in the north, between Micheleau and Erpeldingen on the Sûre, as well as between Ettelbrück and Feulen and between Bidscht and Schumannseck. Our MP André Bauler asked the Minister for Internal Security a few questions about the speed cameras