Linz (OTS) – The gap between the federal states in terms of anti-inflation measures is wide: Upper Austrians receive 200 euros less than the average of all federal states. This is the result of a recent WIFO study. “We expect the state of Upper Austria to immediately present a plan on how to deal with … Read more
PRESS CONFERENCE Linz (OTS) – Topics such as artificial intelligence and socio-ecological transformation require well-trained workers and a labour market service well positioned for the futureHowever, instead of finally giving labour market policy an innovation boost, the federal government is cutting the budget. Young people are particularly affected. press conferenceon Friday, July 5, 2024, 11:30 … Read more
This shows how important a regional contact point is. To ensure that all members can get their rights as easily as possible, the AK deliberately focuses on providing its services close to where people live. This gives members the opportunity to get advice and help directly in their region. AK President Andreas Stangl Linz (OTS) … Read more
The Chamber of Labour and the ÖGB Climate Office awarded the prize for the first time for economic transformation with a focus on science communication The large number of submissions showed that the question posed by our Transformation Prize struck a chord. And it was a great pleasure for me to be able to bring … Read more
Linz (OTS) – The balances on the pension account are adjusted annually, but with a two-year delay. The positive wage developments will therefore no longer benefit those who retire next year. They will probably lose around 7.1 percent of their pension as a result. “The federal government must decide to repair the protective clause on … Read more
Vienna (OTS) – For several years now, people have been confronted with several crises such as inflation, Covid, the war in Ukraine and global warming. The inflation crisis in particular is forcing people to change their consumption and eating habits. This is shown by a qualitative study by BOKU on behalf of the AK “Crises … Read more
What the government has failed to deliver: a plan for social and ecological restructuring in the interests of workers Vienna (OTS/SK) – With a comprehensive concept for social and ecological restructuring, the Chamber of Labor shows that a climate-friendly change in the economy and the world of work is possible, from which employees and consumers … Read more
It would also be important to take social aspects into account, as well as measures to create more and better jobs. Vienna (OTS) – The Austrian federal government announced today that it will award higher state subsidies in the future if the components used in photovoltaic systems come from Europe. This “Made in Europe” bonus … Read more
Linz (OTS) – While more and more young people seeking work are taking part in training courses, the number of vacant apprenticeships in Upper Austria is declining at an above-average rate. AK President Andreas Stangl therefore finds the whitewashed reports of the apparent decline in youth unemployment completely incomprehensible. “The fact is that more and … Read more
Linz (OTS) – The European Football Championship begins in Germany on June 14th and many fans are still looking for tickets. The official sales and resale phases via UEFA have been completed and yet tickets are being offered on various platforms online. The consumer advocates of the AK Upper Austria strongly advise against this: Paper … Read more
