Security in Vienna: City shows success in measures and controls

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Am Yppenplatz, 1160 Wien, Österreich - Am Yppenplatz in Ottakring, Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig on March 20, 2025, took a positive balance of security measures that have been implemented in the city since January. Despite the fact that Vienna is considered one of the safest cities of millions, many citizens feel a feeling of uncertainty, especially in public spaces or less illuminated areas. In order to counteract this, the city has initiated various focus campaigns that are supported by the police and social workers. Ludwig emphasizes the need for these measures: "Security contributes significantly to the quality of life." In the past, successes such as the Praterstern and favorites have already been recorded in problem areas, where alcohol bans and increased police presence were introduced. The city has also issued a new ban on alcohol on Franz-Jonas-Platz in Floridsdorf.

comprehensive security measures

So far, security campaigns have been carried out in several districts on a total of 18 operating days, which focus on compliance with Vienna's house rules, combating undeclared work and illegal ticket sales. Innovative measures in public transport are also part of the plan, with an investment volume of four million euros for the technical upgrade of stops and an increase in security staff from 110 to 150 people. "We do not tolerate speculation at the expense of the tenants," said Ludwig and announced that problematic living conditions are being combated.
In order to promote direct exchange with the population, mobile contact points are set up, which enable citizens to easily express their concerns. The previous measures show positive effects, and Ludwig plans to expand the actions to the entire urban area.

In addition to the security considerations, Ludwig also discusses the upcoming Corona loosening with experts. The current situation of the number of infection and hospital assignment is discussed as part of these discussions. Vienna pursues a strict course that, among other things, provides for the wearing of masks in certain areas, while participating in public spaces for children aged six and over is tied to strict evidence. This also includes the recommendation to rely on PCR tests in order to curb the spread of the delta variant. Together with experts, it is checked which further measures are necessary to do justice to the situation in Vienna, such as vienna.at
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