Bundestag: What the new EU asylum rules will change in Germany
The German Bundestag has narrowly approved the implementation of new EU asylum rules, marking the most significant reform since 1993, which has drawn criticism for restricting the rights of asylum seekers.
Federal Politics: Bundestag Decides on Stricter Asylum Regulations
The Bundestag has approved stricter asylum regulations alongside easier access to the labor market for asylum seekers, aligning with a 2024 EU reform.
Germany Blog: Greens: Asylum Reform Affects Children the Most
The Green Party in Germany criticizes the government's asylum reform, stating it will adversely affect children and young people.
European Asylum System: What Should Change with the GEAS Reform
The SPD is reluctantly supporting a law to implement reforms to the Common European Asylum System (GEAS) as the German government takes steps toward a stricter migration policy.
Bundestag: Committee Approves German Rules for EU Asylum Reform
The German Bundestag's Interior Committee has passed two draft laws for the implementation of the EU asylum law reform, allowing asylum seekers in initial reception facilities to work more quickly and ensuring that children can attend school within two months of applying for asylum.
Government approves migration reform bill, which would allow easier deportation of people from the border
The Estonian government has approved a migration reform bill aimed at simplifying the process of deporting individuals from the border.
Judges' Association warns of 'wave of asylum lawsuits' and demands more personnel for administrative courts
The Judges' Association cautions that proposed reforms by Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig to expedite administrative court proceedings may not sufficiently address the anticipated rise in asylum lawsuits, calling for increased staff in the courts.
Controversial Justice Reform: Poland's Former Justice Minister Granted Political Asylum in Hungary
Former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro has been granted political asylum in Hungary amidst allegations of multiple crimes and claims of political persecution.
‘The response is a beautiful thing’: how Glasgow is squaring up to Reform
Selina Hales discusses the growth of Refuweegee, a charity she founded in Glasgow, which supports asylum seekers and refugees while promoting hospitality through the symbol of the pineapple.
EU Interior Commissioner Calls for End to German Border Controls Soon
EU Interior Commissioner Magnus Brunner urges the German government to end its border controls soon, emphasizing that border checks should only be temporary and advocating for better protection of external borders to eliminate the need for internal checks in light of the upcoming EU asylum reform.