Schneider explained that he sees “a good chance” that his party colleague Paulette Lenert may become the next Prime Minister of the Grand Duchy. He expressed his hopes that the Luxembourg Socialist Workers’ Party (LSAP) can register great results during the upcoming elections thanks to her and the work of other prominent members. He himself is set to retire come January.
However, before stepping down from his duties, Schneider was adamant about finishing the strategic plan for the natural agriculture sector, which was initially scheduled to be sent to EU authorities in Brussels by 31 December.
Although the deadline will not be met, the LSAP politician noted that this will actually provide the incoming minister, Claude Haagen, with an opportunity to familiarise himself with the matter before the final document is filed.
When asked about the recent complaint that the government filed against three environmental associations, Schneider noted that they wanted to act quickly to discourage others from making similar unlawful use of government logos. He further underlined the risk for false information to spread much quicker under the pretence that it is supported by the government.
