Vienna defies the crisis: secure jobs and strengthen the economy!

Vienna defies the crisis: secure jobs and strengthen the economy!

Austria is under pressure: The inflation rate reached 3.3 percent in February, while the unemployment rate rose to 8.1 percent. These negative trends reflect the challenges of a weakening economy and lead to an increase in unemployment by 27,643 people compared to last year. In view of these worrying developments, SPÖ club chairman Josef Taucher called for targeted measures to support the affected people. "Vienna is a good example here and implements a number of initiatives that look safe," said Taucher. The municipal tree areas are frozen for 2024 and 2025, and a 100 euro equalization bonus of the Vienna Energy is to relieve low-income households. This approach is based on current studies that show that the anti -control measures of the Viennese progress coalition offer 373.94 euros per capita.

Vienna as a pioneer in the crisis management

Vienna not only remains stable, but even books an economic growth of 0.5 percent, while other federal states are fighting. Measures such as the "Junior Foundation Vienna" offer 1,000 young people in promising professions. In addition, the Viennese training allowance is continued, which supports 4,330 people during their training in key areas. Divers emphasizes that Vienna is the engine of the Austrian economy that offers stability and security in challenging times.

Another important point is the increase in the AMS funds for short-time work and specialist offensive by the red-red-pink federal government. For 2025, an additional 230 million euros in funding are planned to help secure jobs. For divers, this step shows the social democratic handwriting that is committed to social justice. "We in Vienna will continue to fight for every workplace and support those who urgently need help," said the SPÖ politician. Vienna underline these measures to combat unemployment and confirm the responsibility of the government in times of crisis, as can be seen on the website of joseftaucher.at