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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

"FREI DAY" continues: More room for ideas and future issues at schools

The school development project FREI DAY Region Saarland will continue and will keep offering schools individual support for implementing the open learning format. Students receive weekly time to independently work on future topics and take responsibility. The project promotes democratic skills and s

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State Chancellery (SK)

State supports municipalities, companies, associations, and private households

The new Climate Adaptation Funding Guideline supports municipalities, businesses, clubs, and private households in coping with the consequences of climate change and promotes the expansion of charging infrastructure as well as intergenerational housing. Measures for flood prevention, greening, and e

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

Obituary for Ulrike Kolb: A Strong Female Voice

Ulrike Kolb was a formative writer of the Saarland, whose work is marked by historical responsibility and female perspectives. She engaged intensively with German history and social memory. Among other honors, she was awarded the Saarland Art Prize for her literary life's work. Her death leaves a si

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

Daycare fees decrease from August 1: Saarland continues to relieve families

The daycare parent contributions in Saarland will be reduced from 5 to 2.5 percent starting August 1, 2026, and completely abolished from 2027. This relieves families significantly and at the same time promotes the expansion of childcare places. This measure improves the compatibility of family and

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

Obituary for Ulrike Kolb: A strong female voice

Ulrike Kolb was an influential author from Saarland who illuminated German history and female perspectives with literary precision. Her work urges confronting the past and taking responsibility for the present. Saarland recently honored her with the Art Prize for her impressive literary life's work.

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Statistical Office of Saarland (STLA)

Inflation rate in Saarland in July at 3.2 percent

The inflation rate in Saarland for July reaches 3.2 percent compared to the same month last year. Significant price increases are seen in heating oil and gasoline, while electricity costs are declining. Food prices are rising moderately, especially for meat and vegetables.

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Ministry of Education and Culture (MBK)

Daycare fees decrease from August 1: Saarland further relieves families

Starting August 1, 2026, the statutory parental share of daycare personnel costs in Saarland will decrease from 5 to 2.5 percent. As of January 1, 2027, daycare parental contributions will be completely abolished. This will provide families with a noticeable financial relief for childcare. The state

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State Chancellery (SK)

Prime Minister Rehlinger on Summer Tour 2026

Prime Minister Rehlinger visited various institutions in the state as part of her summer tour. The focus was on a medium-sized family business, the innovative Scheer City Hub, and a social meeting place in Limbach. In doing so, she emphasized the importance of support, innovation, and community for

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Ministry for Economy, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy (MWIDE)

Barke opens commercial area "East" in Schmelz

The expansion of the Ost Schmelz commercial area covers approximately 6.3 hectares and creates new spaces for business settlements. A new access road to the B268 significantly improves transport connections. Funding supports the sustainable strengthening of the business location's competitiveness.

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