Regular readers of our newsletter might remember that Generation 2004, together with several other trade unions, has tried to change the electoral rules for Luxembourg in the past – and it did not work out. But we are used to fighting long up-hill battles, so of course we tried again in the recent general assembly in Luxembourg. 

Unlike last time, we did not arrive at a consensus with the other trade unions to present just one common proposal: instead, staff was presented with two proposals! Please read the summary of our proposal, including a comparison with the other proposal (it includes links to the full text of both proposals).  

The results of the vote are in the table below, a total of 113 votes were cast.  

While it is obvious that our proposal had a large support by the colleagues, we needed a 2/3 majority for a change of the rules. We failed this majority by 6(!) votes. We will not hide the fact that we are a bit frustrated by this result – so close yet so far.  

Generation 2004 and all other trade unions will now take part in the next elections in Luxembourg under the current rules – which is a pity, given that most voters in Luxembourg are in favour of changing the system. We would like to thank the LSC Bureau for organising this general assembly – organizing a vote in a hybrid general assembly is surely a challenge. 

As always, we welcome your feedback.