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Police say they have no information suggesting that organised groups are coming from abroad to beg in Luxembourg City. Authorities also report no known cases of animals being mistreated in connection with these activities. These statements follow a petition for animal welfare suggesting animals are being mistreated by organized begging groups from abroad which are active in Luxembourg. Replying to Radio ARA’s request, police further confirmed that animal protection laws apply for animals that accompany beggars as well. Police said that officers patrol the upper city regularly, carrying out identity checks and inspecting animals accompanying individuals. If animals are not kept in line with regulations or are poorly treated, necessary measures are taken.
Over 50 prominent figures, including union leaders, social workers, and artists, have signed an open letter urging the government to address the ongoing housing crisis. The letter emphasizes that the crisis severely impacts various segments of the population, contributing to rising poverty levels. Key figures such as Archbishop Jean-Claude Hollerich and refugee advocates have pointed out that, while attention is needed for refugee accommodation, the housing needs extend beyond this issue. They called for immediate action, including declaring a housing crisis, implementing an emergency housing plan, and forming a task force to facilitate solutions. The authors criticized municipalities for their inadequate response and proposed temporary accommodation facilities for refugees as an urgent measure.
Morgan Gromy has been dismissed as CEO of Luxexpo The Box, effective immediately, according to a statement from the board. Gromy had been with the organization since 2013 and led it since 2018. His termination follows financial difficulties, with Luxexpo reporting a €1.6 million loss for 2024. Pascal Bertaux, the chief sales officer, and Adriana Migonney, the chief transformation officer, have been appointed as interim co-CEOs during this transition. Despite hosting around 425,000 visitors annually, there have been ongoing calls from business leaders for a larger and more modern facility to better attract significant conventions and events.
Luxembourg City has announced its updated soft mobility strategy, aiming to enhance cycling and pedestrian infrastructure over the next two years. Municipal official Patrick Goldschmidt highlighted plans to create safer, more intuitive paths, including a bidirectional bicycle lane along Boulevard Roosevelt and the removal of parking spaces on Avenue Jean-Pierre Pescatore to accommodate a dedicated bike lane. Similar upgrades are planned for Cents, coinciding with a new bridge connecting nearby areas. Pedestrian infrastructure will also improve, with measures to increase foot traffic space. The city aims to raise bicycle traffic to 18% of total journeys, emphasizing the importance of alternatives to private car use, including enhanced public transport and walkways.
