Solingen's CDU demands action on bullying in schools and daycare centres
Solingen's CDU party is pushing for a closer look at bullying in local schools and daycare centres. The group wants to assess how widespread the problem is and what measures are currently in place to prevent it. Their inquiry also aims to bring the issue into sharper political focus across the city. The CDU's request follows concerns about both traditional and digital bullying. Online conflicts in class chat groups have become a growing issue, alongside physical and verbal harassment. According to a 2022 PISA study, 21 percent of 15-year-olds in Germany reported being bullied at least several times a month.
Nationwide data from Techniker Krankenkasse suggests one in six schoolchildren has faced bullying. If applied to Solingen, this would mean around 2,800 students could be affected. However, no specific figures exist for how many children in the city have sought medical or psychological help due to bullying or digital violence in recent years. The inquiry will examine staffing levels in daycare centres and primary schools to see if enough resources are dedicated to prevention. It will also review the criteria used to judge whether existing anti-bullying programs are working. The CDU hopes this will lead to a more detailed discussion on how Solingen can tackle the problem more effectively. The issue will now be discussed in two key committees, placing it firmly on the city's political agenda.
The CDU's push for answers could lead to stronger anti-bullying measures in Solingen. By analysing current prevention efforts and staffing levels, the city may identify gaps in support for affected children. The findings will help shape future policies aimed at reducing bullying in schools and daycare centres.
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