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Innovative environmental policy: Inspiration from Europe for Austria
Environmental policy is a key issue that is a high priority in Austria as well as in other European countries. But while Austria is a leader in some areas, there are also areas where other countries have developed innovative solutions that could serve as a model. Looking beyond our borders can therefore be inspiring and provide ideas for future action. Cow tax in the Netherlands An interesting example of environmental policy measures is the so-called "cow tax" in the Netherlands.…
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New asylum policy in Germany and Austria: limits and challenges
Following the horrific attack in Solingen, both the German and Austrian governments have decided to take stricter measures in the area of asylum policy. These decisions reflect the growing pressure exerted on political decision-makers following such tragic events. In Germany, the government is planning a tougher migration package that includes a more restrictive asylum policy. The measures are intended to strengthen public security and minimize potential risks posed by migrants. This move comes amid a tense debate about the integration…
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Successful border controls for the European Championship: Federal police reach their limits
Polizei klagt: Grenzkontrollen nur „mit Überstunden und Urlaubssperren möglich“ Die erfolgreichen Grenzkontrollen während der Fußball-EM haben gezeigt, wie effektiv eine intensivere Überwachung sein kann. Zugleich hat dies jedoch die strukturellen Defizite innerhalb der Bundespolizei offengelegt. Andreas Roßkopf von der Gewerkschaft der Polizei (GdP) betont, dass die beeindruckenden Zahlen nur dank massiver Überstunden und Urlaubssperren der Beamten erreicht wurden. Den Zahlen zufolge konnten über 1000 Haftbefehle vollstreckt, mehr als 100 politisch motivierte Straftäter und gut 100 gewaltbereite Hooligans festgenommen sowie rund…
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Bavaria: Left-wing activists circumvent cash limits for refugees
Payment card fraud for refugees | Politics A new payment card is causing controversy in Bavaria: It was introduced to ensure that refugees do not misuse the 460 euros they receive each month. The cards are designed in such a way that only 50 euros per month can be withdrawn in cash. However, left Activists Lisa Poettinger from Munich has already found ways to circumvent this system. Poettinger, who has attracted attention in the past with her radical views and…
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Politics
Bavaria: Left-wing activists circumvent cash limits for refugees
Payment card fraud for refugees | Politics A new payment card is causing controversy in Bavaria: It was introduced to ensure that refugees do not misuse the 460 euros they receive each month. The cards are designed in such a way that only 50 euros per month can be withdrawn in cash. However, left Activists Lisa Poettinger from Munich has already found ways to circumvent this system. Poettinger, who has attracted attention in the past with her radical views and…
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Politics
Bavaria: Left-wing activists circumvent cash limits for refugees
Payment card fraud for refugees | Politics A new payment card is causing controversy in Bavaria: It was introduced to ensure that refugees do not misuse the 460 euros they receive each month. The cards are designed in such a way that only 50 euros per month can be withdrawn in cash. However, left Activists Lisa Poettinger from Munich has already found ways to circumvent this system. Poettinger, who has attracted attention in the past with her radical views and…
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Politics
Citizens’ allowance cuts: Legal limits and obligations in focus
The debate about the citizen's allowance in Germany is becoming increasingly heated, while the governing coalition is looking for ways to reduce the costs of the welfare state. In the budget debate, the FDP recently called for tougher sanctions against those who refuse to work. This debate raises the question of when and under what conditions cuts to the citizen's allowance are actually possible. Citizens’ allowance cuts: A controversial debate According to the Federal Employment Agency, the number of citizens'…
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Politics
New settlement regulation 2024: Austria limits immigration to 5,846 people
The main committee has approved the settlement regulation for 2024 presented by the Minister of the Interior with the votes of the ÖVP and the Greens. According to this regulation, apart from key workers in possession of a Red-White-Red Card and EU citizens, a maximum of 5,846 people may immigrate to Austria in 2024. This represents a decrease compared to the previous year, as 5,951 quota-based residence permits were still allowed to be issued in 2023. The settlement regulation also…
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Politics
New cannabis regulations for drivers: What do the THC limits mean?
The Bundestag has passed a new regulation for drivers motorist after the partial legalization of cannabis. The traffic light coalition's law sets a limit for the active ingredient THC while driving, similar to the 0.5 per mille limit for alcohol. Stricter rules apply to novice drivers and mixed consumption of cannabis and alcohol. From July, clubs can start joint cannabis cultivation, integrated into the guidelines. The legal limit The legal limit is 3.5 nanograms of THC. Anyone who exceeds this…
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Cannabis limits in road traffic: New rules for drivers and novice drivers
New rules for cannabis steering Following the partial legalization of cannabis in Germany, new regulations for motorist The Bundestag recently approved a law that provides for a limit for the THC-Limit while driving and provides for sanctions for violations, similar to the 0.5 per mille limit for alcohol. THC limit From now on, a legal limit has been set which means that drivers who drive with 3.5 nanograms of THC or more in their blood can expect a fine of…