AfD vows to replace 200 civil servants if elected in Saxony-Anhalt
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has outlined sweeping changes to Saxony-Anhalt’s civil service if it wins the upcoming regional election. Party leaders plan to replace up to 200 officials in key roles, warning against any resistance to their policies. Lead candidate Ulrich Siegmund has made clear that obstruction will not be tolerated under an AfD-led government. The proposed overhaul would stretch beyond ministerial posts and state secretaries. Leadership positions in ministries, senior roles in state agencies, and even state-owned companies could see new appointments. Siegmund has singled out the state energy agency for abolition, signalling a broader push to reshape public administration.
Despite the planned shake-up, Siegmund admitted that many current department and division heads remain competent, regardless of their political views. However, he stressed that any attempt to hinder AfD’s agenda would trigger immediate action. The party’s focus on loyalty suggests a potential purge of officials deemed unsupportive. The scale of the changes reflects AfD’s determination to secure control over policy implementation. With 150 to 200 positions earmarked for replacement, the party aims to ensure its political priorities face no internal opposition.
If AfD secures victory in Saxony-Anhalt, the civil service could undergo a major restructuring. The party’s plans would remove perceived obstacles while installing officials aligned with its vision. The outcome would reshape how the state administration operates under new political leadership.
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