Neos in Upper Styria: Reforms for cribs and health required

Neos in Upper Styria: Reforms for cribs and health required

in Bruck an der Mur, the Styrian Neos recently presented their candidates for the upcoming state election. Sebastian Wintschnig, who comes from this region, was placed in third place, directly behind Niko Swatek and Robert Reif. The presentation of the candidates emphasized the urgent challenges in the region, in particular the shortcomings in childcare and health care.

Niko Swatek, the top candidate, made it clear that Styria ranked in the back of childcare. "We are among the final lights nationwide with the cribs and kindergartens," he said, and also points out that health care has been neglected for a long time. "We can't go on like this," continued Swatek.

concrete claims and visions

The focus is now on the urgently needed reforms. The lack of childcare places for children is addressed by Wintschnig, who demands a free fixed place for anyone who wants to use it. "That would solve many problems, especially with regard to personnel bottlenecks," said Wintschnig.

Robert Reif, second in the list, emphasized the need for improved health care. He suggests investing 500 million euros in the expansion of telemedicine and the creation of additional health insurance doctors instead of expensive major projects such as a new lead hospital. "The population needs quick and accessible medical help," said Reif.

In addition, the alarming unemployment rates in the Murtal were addressed. At 6.3 percent, the district has the second highest unemployment in Styria. "We are under pressure and now have to act to secure our prosperity," says Swatek his appeal to the voters.

plans for the future

The conditions for the municipalities are also particularly important to the NEOS. Wintschnig demanded that they should not only be dependent on grants from the state and federal government, but also fulfill their own tasks more efficiently. "There must be more money for the Styrian communities," said his urgent message.

Although the forecasts for the state election are unsure, Swatek remains optimistic: "A result as with the National Council election would be ideal. It remains to be seen how the electorate decides, but we do everything we can to win people." The moving of ripe and Wintschnig into the state parliament is considered a realistic possibility.

In the coming election, it's not just about gaining seats, but also about driving concrete changes in Upper Styria. Whether the NEOS will be heard with their suggestions will be shown, but the current discussion shows that the topics of childcare and health care must be at the top of the political agenda. More background information and details can be found here