All Austrian Police Officers Equipped with Body Cameras
Officers, particularly those on patrol, now also have access to smartphones with upgraded policing apps.
Sharp Decline in Asylum Applications in 2024
Just under 25,000 asylum applications were submitted last year, a 58% decrease compared to the previous year.
Drug-Driving Offences on the Rise in Austria
In 2024, 8,227 drug-affected drivers were removed from Austria’s roads, as the Interior Ministry warns against driving under the influence.
Austria Offers €1,000 to Syrians Wishing to Return Home
In addition to the financial support, the government scheme provides assistance with travel arrangements and obtaining essential documents.
Austria Stops Syrian Asylum Applications
The move comes in the wake of the collapse of the Assad regime after more than 50 years in power and over a decade of civil war.
Significant Increase in Austrian Police Recruitment
Applicants are drawn to the higher pay during training, free public transport and the opportunity to obtain a driving licence.
Four Arrests After July Clashes in Vienna
Along with the arrests, 25 alleged perpetrators were identified after armed clashes between Syrian and Chechen youths in Vienna.
