New police commissioner in Vienna: Security through modern infrastructure

New police commissioner in Vienna: Security through modern infrastructure

Vienna has a new starting point for the security of its citizens: The new police inspection on Julius-Standler-Platz was opened under the supervision of Interior Minister Gerhard Karner on November 18, 2024. This measure is part of a comprehensive plan to modernize police structures in Austria, which has built up or extensively renovated more than 300 police stations since 2019.

With a total budget of around 30 million euros in the past four years, numerous inspections in the federal capital have been improved. At his opening speech, Karner emphasized that Austria is currently taking third place in the "Global Peace Index" and that Vienna was one of the most livable cities in Europe. He emphasized: "These successes are the result of hard work and continuous investments."

focus on recruitment and training

An essential part of this strategy is to recruit new police officers. Karner announced that the recruitment offensive has already had an effect. In order to make the entry into the police service more attractive, a higher entry content is offered, and the costs for the climate ket and the driver's license are also covered. In addition, new police officers will receive an input bonus.

This year over 600 police students have already started their training in Vienna. In addition, more than 200 new trainees will be added on December 1, 2024. Karner pointed out that the number of new police recruits in Vienna doubled compared to the previous year. "We strengthen the police in the city with it," he said.

a modern police structure for the future

The continuous investments in modern police inspections are just the beginning. Karner promised that the path taken in security policy should continue in the coming years. "Our efforts to ensure security in Austria will not let up," he said. In view of the rapid changes in society, the adaptation of the police structures to the needs of citizens remains of central importance.

The efforts to have a modern infrastructure and well -trained police officers are crucial that Vienna and Austria, as a whole, will continue to be among the safest countries in the world. Details of these developments and more information can be found in the article by www.5min.at