Speaking on RTL Monday morning, the president of the General Federation of Municipal Workers (FGFC) highlighted issues affecting numerous local authorities and municipalities.
Claude Reuter, president of the General Federation of Municipal Workers (FGFC) acknowledges that "municipalities have faced some issues, but we shouldn't generalise and put everyone in the same basket."
Contern, Dudelange, Sandweiler, and Remich are among the municipalities that have recently experienced administrative tensions and complications.
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Speaking candidly, Reuter highlighted that "poor practices" or even illegal actions, like those in Dudelange, are a reality. He emphasised that while misconduct may underpin some issues, certain municipalities have also failed to adhere to regulations. "Not every problem needs to be broadcast in the press," he added. "These matters are best resolved on the ground."
As president of the FGFC, Reuter expressed concerns about the private sector's struggles to find qualified staff for municipal work. He advocates for the establishment of a professional school to provide a strong foundation for any municipal activity.
Reuter also criticised the extent of communal financial autonomy. "A new financial plan is proposed every six years," he said. "There should be stricter oversight, a unified system, and more mergers between municipalities to simplify processes."
Finally, Reuter called for greater consideration of proportionality in municipal projects. Without naming any centres or municipalities, he questioned the necessity of constructing oversized cultural centers, asking instead whether such facilities could not be shared across multiple municipalities.
