The European Parliament wants to allow members to transfer their voting rights while on maternity leave in the period before and after the birth of their child. This has now sparked a conflict between the CDU/CSU and SPD – Germany may have to abstain.
12. March 2026
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12. March 2026
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EU Parliament President Roberta Metsola initiated the reform. (picture alliance / REUTERS | Yves Herman)
Last updated: 12. March 2026
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