Uwe Becker

Uwe Becker is the President of the Hessian Court of Auditors (Rechnungshof) and a CDU politician. He is currently newsworthy due to his recent report on the 2024 fiscal year and his comments on the need for reforms in light of current crises. Becker has been vocal about the need for a shift in mentality, using the example of the driver's license to illustrate his point about digitalization. He also criticized outdated disaster protection plans, highlighting the lack of unified software for emergencies and calling for more courage in implementing reforms. His position as head of the Hessian Court of Auditors gives his statements significant weight, making him a relevant figure in discussions about Hesse's financial and emergency preparedness.