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Mourning for Brigitte Hayn: A voice from the Palatinate falls silent
The Palatinate District Association mourns Brigitte Hayn, CDU politician and long-time city councilor, who died at the age of 71.
Mourning for Brigitte Hayn: A voice from the Palatinate falls silent
Mourning and respect characterize the news from the Palatinate. The Palatinate District Association and the CDU Neustadt an der Weinstraße have announced the death of Brigitte Hayn, a committed and long-time politician, who died on September 15, 2025 at the age of 71. Her life's work was firmly linked to the region, and her commitment to education, culture and the people of the Palatinate will never be forgotten. According to mrn-news.de, her political career was characterized by success and dedication over decades.
Brigitte Hayn was a face of the CDU in Neustadt and could look back on an impressive career. She served on the city council from 1994 to 2019 and took on the role of member chairwoman from 2002 to 2011. She also left her mark on the Palatinate District Council, where she served from 1994 to 2006 and again from 2014 to 2016. She was even second deputy chair between 1999 and 2004, and during this time she was actively involved in the Schools Committee and the Arts and Culture Committee. The CDU describes her as a passionate politician who always advocated for the well-being of her city, region and the entire country, reports pfalz-express.de.
A lasting legacy in local politics
In recent years it has been repeatedly noted that the political representation of women in Germany, particularly in local politics, has not yet reached the required level. Although women make up around half of the population, the proportion in local councils is only around 24 percent, which shows that a lot needs to be done to achieve real parity, as the state government of Rhineland-Palatinate states in its studies.
Brigitte Hayn was not only a model politician, but also an inspiring example for many women in the region. She was at the head of the CDU state parliamentary group as a cultural advisor and showed how complex and important the role of women in politics is. Hans-Ulrich Ihlenfeld, chairman of the Palatinate district association, expressed his sympathy for the family and acknowledged Hayn's extraordinary commitment. Her work will always be remembered in the city and beyond, and her political work leaves a lasting mark on European politics in the region, as the city of Neustadt announced in its official statement.
Brigitte Hayn would have been 65 years old on December 5th, which once again shows how much she could have achieved despite her years in politics. In memory of her achievements, she will be tragically missed not only by her family and friends, but also by her political home, the CDU and the entire city of Neustadt.
The loss of Brigitte Hayn is not only a personal loss, but also a significant loss for the political landscape in the Palatinate. Her passionate commitment has not only served the region's citizens, but also paved the way for future generations of politicians.