Over the past five years, the number of sessions has notably increased compared to the previous legislative term. As a result, the internal administration underwent a reorganisation and staff numbers have been increased to around 160.
With the summer break in full swing and elections scheduled for October, followed by coalition talks, one might assume that parliamentary work would slow down significantly in the coming months. However, Scheeck reassures that the Chamber remains operational, emphasising that the administration and Executive Office continue to function.
While the pace of political and legislative business might slow down during this period, the Chamber remains dedicated to its control function, particularly with parliamentary questions still on the agenda. Scheeck notes that parliamentary work is really expected to pick up again in January.
After the elections, a number of new faces will join the Chamber of Deputies. To support them, the administration is preparing a type of onboarding programme for MPs, which includes structured training courses on how the Chamber operates. This comprehensive initiative aims to provide valuable insights not only to the newly elected MPs, but also to those with experience who seek additional information about parliamentary procedures.
