Federal government reportedly considering stake in Urenco
Several media outlets reported on 13 November 2026 that the federal government wanted to acquire shares in uranium enrichment company Urenco. The government did not confirm the plans.
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Social Democrats and Greens vote on coalition in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania
Following the Left Party, the Social Democrats and Greens will also decide on the coalition agreement on 14 November. If they approve it, Manuela Schwesig is due to be re-elected…
Leipzig festival focuses on Jewish music from 14 November
The European Musical Trail Festival begins in Leipzig on 14 November 2026. Concerts and guided tours explore the history of Jewish music and the places associated with it in…
Merz sticks to electricity tax cut for 2027 on 13 November
Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed his goal of reducing electricity tax on 13 November 2026. The draft budget does not yet include the money for it.
Hamburg court sentences influencer to prison on 13 November
On 13 November 2026, Hamburg District Court sentenced an influencer to one year and three months in prison for posing as an inspector and making secret recordings…
Delivery robot launches in Regenstauf on 13 November
A pilot scheme for autonomous grocery deliveries began in Regenstauf on 13 November 2026. The robot travels between a supermarket and its…
What happened in Germany on 14 November?
Leibniz died in Hanover and Hegel in Berlin on 14 November. In 1935, a racist decree spelled out the disenfranchisement of Jewish people; in 1990…
Lower Saxony presents candidates for the Federal Convention
On 13 November 2026, nominations from Lower Saxony’s parliamentary groups for the Federal Convention were available. The state parliament still has to appoint the 63 delegates.
Committee increases loan for employment agency on 13 November
On 13 November 2026, the Budget Committee provided for a larger loan to the Federal Employment Agency. The reason is the funding needed amid persistently high…
Schleswig-Holstein calls for lower electricity tax on 13 November
The failure, for the time being, to cut electricity tax for everyone has drawn criticism in Schleswig-Holstein. On 13 November 2026, state politicians called for relief…
Deadline to protect Holstenstraße 197 expires on 13 November
A deadline set by the authorities for the partially demolished residential building in Hamburg-Altona expires on 13 November 2026. The former residents are demanding that it be rebuilt and have called for…
Volkswagen begins production of electric Tiguan in Emden
Volkswagen has begun series production of the electric Tiguan at its Emden plant. The plant’s long-term future remains uncertain.
Hamburg celebrates topping-out of first U5 station
The topping-out ceremony for the City Nord station was held in Hamburg on 13 November 2026. The first section of the U5 is due to carry passengers from the end of 2029.
State parliament to discuss tax implications for fire brigade fêtes on 13 November
The Schleswig-Holstein state parliament discussed the possible VAT implications for volunteer-run fêtes on 13 November 2026. The FDP called for exemptions and…
Federal Police step up checks at northern railway stations on 13 November
The Federal Police are checking stations and trains in Schleswig-Holstein and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania on 13 and 14 November 2026. The operation is aimed at…