National Council

Question time in the National Council: Totschnig renews his rejection of the EU renaturation law and the Mercosur trade agreement – 2024-06-20 00:34:29

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Question time in the National Council: Totschnig renews his rejection of the EU renaturation law and the Mercosur trade agreement – 2024-06-20 00:34:29

Agriculture Minister calls for postponement of implementation of EU deforestation regulation Vienna (PK) – The future of agriculture, forestry and water management and the necessary impulses for this area dominated the debate during question time in today’s National Council. The Federal Minister for Agriculture, Regions and Tourism, Norbert Totschnig, answered questions from MPs and reported … Read more

FPÖ – Belakowitsch: “Public life must remain analogue!” | Freedom Party Parliamentary Group – 2024-06-19 09:56:05

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FPÖ – Belakowitsch: “Public life must remain analogue!” | Freedom Party Parliamentary Group – 2024-06-19 09:56:05

Vienna (OTS) – “With this law, the ÖVP and the Greens are opening a Pandora’s box of increasing digitization in the public sector. In this case, too, it is a question of a vulnerable group. Those affected by unemployment are often not in the best mental state. In addition, people need a social life and … Read more

National Council approves establishment of a national authority for cybersecurity certification – 2024-06-18 19:13:21

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National Council approves establishment of a national authority for cybersecurity certification – 2024-06-18 19:13:21

Green light also for increasing energy efficiency in mobile communications systems Vienna (PK) – A new authority with tasks in the area of ​​cybersecurity certification will be assigned to the Federal Chancellery. The legal basis for the new certification authority was approved in the National Council with the votes of the ÖVP, SPÖ, Greens and … Read more

National Council decides to extend the remuneration for agricultural diesel until December 2025 – 2024-06-16 23:31:28

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National Council decides to extend the remuneration for agricultural diesel until December 2025 – 2024-06-16 23:31:28

Opposition criticizes lack of counter-financing and calls for return to a consolidated budget path Vienna (PK) – With the votes of the ÖVP, the Greens and the FPÖ, the extension of the agricultural diesel subsidy was decided today in the National Council. This measure, introduced temporarily in response to the sharp rise in energy prices, … Read more

National Council: AMS becomes more digital, labour market relief for Ukrainians is coming – 2024-06-15 17:18:12

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National Council: AMS becomes more digital, labour market relief for Ukrainians is coming – 2024-06-15 17:18:12

Coalition bills receive support from NEOS Vienna (PK) – Two changes to the labor market were decided in the National Council session and corresponding changes to the law were passed with the votes of the ÖVP, the Greens and NEOS. The first affects Ukrainians: in the future, they will receive the “Red-White-Red Card Plus”, and … Read more

ÖKV President Ita: TSchG amendment contains key demands of the ÖKV | Austrian Cynological Association – 2024-06-15 13:29:51

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ÖKV President Ita: TSchG amendment contains key demands of the ÖKV | Austrian Cynological Association – 2024-06-15 13:29:51

A commission on cruel breeding consisting exclusively of experts, dog breeding as a non-commercial activity and the prevention of bans on certain dog breeds are negotiating successes of the ÖKV. Vienna (OTS) – The amendment to the Animal Welfare Act (TSchG) was surprisingly introduced in the National Council today. Although the responsible minister Rauch unfortunately … Read more

SPÖ-Einwallner: SPÖ wants solutions instead of hate and agitation on asylum and migration – 2024-06-15 02:14:57

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SPÖ-Einwallner: SPÖ wants solutions instead of hate and agitation on asylum and migration – 2024-06-15 02:14:57

“The FPÖ is part of the problem and not part of the solution”; SPÖ motion for a defensive democracy against extremist violence Vienna (OTS/SK) – Vienna (SK) SPÖ security spokesman Reinhold Einwallner accused the FPÖ in today’s National Council session of playing tactical games with polemics, hatred and agitation instead of working towards solutions in … Read more

Platform Personal Care presents itself and its demands on politics – 2024-06-14 18:27:36

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Platform Personal Care presents itself and its demands on politics – 2024-06-14 18:27:36

Stalled improvements in 24-hour care are to be pushed forward together Vienna (OTS) – The stalled improvements in 24-hour care have led to those people and organizations who are concerned about the future of 24-hour care joining forces to form the Personal Care Platform. As an interdisciplinary and non-partisan interest group, the platform aims to … Read more

Sect report: New online monitoring system for conspiracy theories launched – 2024-06-12 13:30:49

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Sect report: New online monitoring system for conspiracy theories launched – 2024-06-12 13:30:49

Discussion on implementation of the Austrian Youth Strategy with State Secretary Plakolm in the Family Committee Vienna (PK) – The Family Committee dealt with the current activity report of the Federal Office for Sect Issues today. Managing Director Ulrike Schiesser spoke of an extraordinary year, as 2023 not only saw an increase in staff and … Read more

Debate on Austria’s defence capabilities and the procurement of the Federal Army – 2024-06-11 07:17:10

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Debate on Austria’s defence capabilities and the procurement of the Federal Army – 2024-06-11 07:17:10

National Defense Committee postpones opposition motions Vienna (PK) – The National Defense Financing Act (LV-FinG) came into force at the beginning of 2023. Against the backdrop of a worsening security situation in Europe, it is intended to gradually and sustainably improve the military capabilities of the Federal Army by increasing the defense budget. On the … Read more