Solingen’s Uber dispute exposes transparency gaps in city governance
A political dispute over Uber’s operations in Solingen is growing more intense. The row centres on accusations of secretive decision-making by Jan Welzel, the city’s head of public order. Critics claim he bypassed proper consultation and transparency when handling the ride-hailing service’s role in the city.
The Citizens’ Alliance for Solingen (BfS) has accused Welzel of pushing through measures without involving relevant committees or opening the issue to public debate. The group argues that key decisions were made behind closed doors, ignoring standard procedures for citizen participation and municipal openness.
The escalating conflict highlights tensions over how Solingen manages ride-hailing services and broader concerns about administrative transparency. Bender’s upcoming review will determine whether Welzel’s decisions face formal challenges or procedural changes. The outcome could shape how the city handles similar issues in future.
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