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Hamburg SPD Approves Red-Green Coalition Renewal

The agreement guarantees key social services and governance reforms, with Greens expected to approve the pact on April 28.

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Overview

  • The Hamburg SPD has ratified the coalition agreement to continue governing with the Greens, maintaining their decade-long partnership.
  • All seven SPD senators proposed by Mayor Peter Tschentscher, who served in the previous senate, received party approval for their continued roles.
  • The agreement ensures the continuation of free daycare, full-day care, and free student transit tickets in Hamburg.
  • Key priorities include reducing bureaucracy, expediting planning and approval processes, ensuring affordable housing, and advancing sustainable mobility options.
  • The Greens are expected to approve the agreement on April 28, with a formal signing planned for April 29 and Tschentscher’s re-election as mayor anticipated on May 7.