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Martine Deprez, Minister for Health and Social Security, spoke at the Mini Health Summit. (Photo : Julian Pierrot / Paperjam)

Health at work: five key figures highlighted by the health minister

Paperjam organised its first ‘Mini Health Summit’ on 6 May at the Cercle municipal. Health minister Martine Deprez, who was present for the occasion, shared some figures that she considers revealing on the subject of health in the workplace. She also emphasised the importance for companies to take action to promote initiatives that support the health of the workforce.

Maëlle Hamma • 08.05.2026

The government regulates but does not ban the use of Signal or WhatsApp. LuxChat4Gov remains the standard for sensitive communications, but exceptions still apply, particularly for international communications. (Photo: Paperjam/archive)

Luc Frieden is not banning WhatsApp for his ministers

Ioanna Schimizzi • 07.05.2026

The Chamber of Commerce has criticised the tax reform introducing a single tax bracket, spearheaded by Gilles Roth. It argues that this is a very costly reform that will undermine the country’s ability to attract talent. (Photo: Chambre des députés)

Tax reform: the Chamber of commerce is highly critical

Marc Fassone • 07.05.2026

“Luxembourg is having quite a pragmatic way of attracting worldwide leaders and making them come to Luxembourg and use Luxembourg as their first base towards the European market,” explained Dario Deserranno of the consultancy Espaces mobilités. Photo: Paperjam archives

Autonomous driving: Luxembourg pushes ahead

Mike Gordon • 07.05.2026

Marc Lauer was appointed on Wednesday 6 May to take over as president of the Union of Luxembourg Enterprises (UEL) this coming October, succeeding Michel Reckinger. (Photo: UEL)

Marc Lauer is to replace Michel Reckinger as head of the UEL

Ioanna Schimizzi • 07.05.2026

While trade unions have “invited” the government to broaden the energy tripartite talks to other issues such as housing, the IMF’s assessment is alarming if the planned measures are implemented. (Photo: Julien Warnand/Sip)

“The situation in Luxembourg is likely to deteriorate further”

Thierry Labro • 07.05.2026

Martine Deprez reaffirmed her commitment to maintaining a strong, high-quality and socially equitable healthcare system, whilst modernising it through innovation and the prudent management of public funds. (Photo: Marc Fassone/Paprjam)

Health and maternity insurance: a deficit of €126.5m in 2026

Marc Fassone • 06.05.2026

“Statec’s current forecasts suggest that more than one index tranche could fall within the next 12 to 13 months,” said PM Luc Frieden Photo: Paperjam archives

Frieden launches energy tripartite as unions seek wider talks

Mike Gordon • 06.05.2026

The good rapport between Xavier Bettel and Luc Frieden no longer appeals to voters. (Photo: Paperjam/archives)

The CSV-DP coalition under threat

Marc Fassone • 06.05.2026

The 2025 annual report by the Ombudsman, Claudine Konsbruck (second from the left), presented on Wednesday 6 May to the Chamber of Deputies, lays bare a Luxembourg administration under strain. (Photo: Parliament)

The Ombudsman warns that administration is holding back the economy

Ioanna Schimizzi • 06.05.2026

Although Gen Z is often characterised by a limited interest in politics, they are nonetheless committed—albeit in different ways. Here are ten young people who are making a difference, each in their own way. (Photos: Paperjam)

A generation with little interest in politics but committed in its own way

Maëlle Hamma • 06.05.2026

LSAP co-chairman Georges Engel is calling for a €200 increase in the minimum social wage. (Photo: Paperjam/archive)

The LSAP wants to increase wages and holiday entitlement

Marc Fassone • 05.05.2026

Luc Frieden is waiting for the social partners—here, Nora Back and Patrick Dury—to discuss the energy crisis. (Photo: SIP)

Energy Tripartite on May 6: A high-stakes day

Marc Fassone • 05.05.2026

The country is attractive, but its ability to retain people is becoming a challenge. That is the most worrying sign. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Luxembourg faces a demographic slowdown

Ioanna Schimizzi • 05.05.2026

The surprise announcement of an increase in the minimum wage from 1 January 2027 leaves the political question of what constitutes an adequate level for this wage unresolved. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Labour versus social affairs: the great showdown

Marc Fassone • 05.05.2026

Jacques Thill has held the post of government adviser at the Ministry of the Economy since March 2025, where he coordinates policies relating to the digital economy and the space sector. He is chairman of the Luxembourg Space Agency and served as chairman of the board of directors of LuxConnect between 2022 and 2025. (Photo: Raoul Somers )

Jacques Thill appointed chairman of LuxTrust

Rebeca Suay • 04.05.2026

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