Social Association Warns of Cuts in Bavarian Municipalities - Bavaria’s social services face deep cuts ahead of critical local elections
The Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband Bayern has issued a strong warning ahead of Bavaria’s local elections. The association cautions against planned cuts to social services, arguing that such reductions harm communities rather than save money. It insists that well-funded social infrastructure is vital for economic stability and public trust in democracy.
In a statement before the March 8, 2026 preliminary elections, the organisation stressed that slashing services like childcare, elderly support, and violence protection does not cut costs—it merely shifts them. Instead, it calls for expanded funding to ensure municipalities can meet their social responsibilities. The association highlights that strong social services prevent long-term economic and social damage.
The group’s demands include better protection and counselling for women facing violence, stronger support for diversity and gender equality, and climate policies that prioritise social justice. It also urges local governments to combat far-right extremism and create more inclusive public spaces. High-quality daycare, well-funded youth services, and mandatory planning for elderly care are listed as key priorities.
The Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband argues that social infrastructure—from childcare to inclusion programmes—is essential for community safety and democratic engagement. Without proper funding from federal and state governments, municipalities risk losing the resources needed to maintain these services. The association warns that failing to invest now will weaken social cohesion and economic resilience in the long run.
Candidates in the upcoming elections include Verena Winter (CSU), Alex Eder (Freie Wähler), Christoph Maier (AfD), and Dr. Otto Schmid (Grüne) in Unterallgäu. In Oberallgäu, voters will choose between Thomas Eigstler (CSU), Christian Wilhelm (Freie Wähler), Wolfgang Pflach (AfD), Christina Mader (Grüne), Matthias Schemann (SPD), and Michael Finger (ödp&ub). None of the candidates have publicly outlined their positions on funding or expanding social services.
The association’s appeal comes as Bavarian voters prepare to elect local leaders. Its warnings focus on the risks of underfunding social services, which it describes as the backbone of strong, cohesive communities. Without adequate support from higher levels of government, municipalities may struggle to provide the essential services residents rely on.
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