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Hamburg Police: Doubled Demonstration Protection Time

Hamburg police report a dramatic increase in time spent protecting demonstrations in 2024, highlighting the challenges of balancing freedom of assembly with maintaining order.

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Hamburg Police DepartmentGerman Federal Constitutional CourtDpa

Falk Schnabel

Approximately how many demonstrations take place in Hamburg annually?: The increase is attributed to the high number of demonstrations in Hamburg, approximately 3,000 annually. Police chief Falk Schnabel noted that there are often 20 or more demonstrations on any given weekend.
How does the Hamburg police balance freedom of assembly with maintaining order during demonstrations?: While police are obligated to protect demonstrations, they also intervene when regulations are broken or illegal activities occur. This is a balance between upholding freedom of assembly and maintaining order.
How much time did the Hamburg Police spend protecting demonstrations in the first nine months of 2024?: The Hamburg police department's time spent protecting demonstrations doubled in the first nine months of the year, reaching 105,000 hours. This is compared to 49,000 hours during the same period last year.
What were some of the main topics of demonstrations in Hamburg during the first nine months of the year?: Demonstrations in the first nine months of the year included protests against right-wing extremism, May Day marches, and events related to climate change, labor issues, and subculture support.
What is the legal basis for the police protection of demonstrations, even those with controversial viewpoints?: Police Chief Falk Schnabel emphasized the importance of police protection for demonstrations, even those with controversial views. He stated that the constitutional court ruled that the freedom of assembly includes the right to express even extreme or radical opinions.

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