Chancellor Promises Tax Cuts if Re-Elected
Karl Nehammer has unveiled plans to lower the basic tax rate from 20% to 15% and abolish the 48% tax bracket for higher earners.
FPÖ Leads as Austria’s Election Polls Show Little Change
The right-wing Freedom Party (FPÖ) remains ahead in the polls as Austria’s parliamentary elections approach on 29 September, followed by the People’s Party (ÖVP) and the Social Democrats (SPÖ).
Election Decision Tool Comes Online
Wahlkabine.at helps voters determine their preferred party by asking 25 questions curated by a team of journalists and scientists.
Nine Parties Confirmed for Austrian Elections
On 29 September, the ballot will feature four smaller parties along with the five parties currently in parliament.
Small Parties Race to Qualify for Austria’s Elections
So far, seven parties have been confirmed, but several smaller parties are still scrambling to gather the necessary support.
One in Five People in Austria Unable to Vote
Recent estimates indicate that 1.49 million residents will be excluded from voting due to a lack of Austrian citizenship.
FPÖ Leads Austrian Polls, ÖVP and SPÖ Neck-and-Neck for Second Place
An election study shows the FPÖ maintaining a steady lead with 27.1% support, with the ÖVP and SPÖ trailing well behind.
Beer Party Qualifies for September Elections
Founded in 2015 as a satirical political movement, the party now has the necessary 2,600 signatures of support to stand in the elections on September 29.
KPÖ Secures Ballot Spot for September Elections
Despite notable successes in Styria and Salzburg, the KPÖ has not been represented in parliament since 1959.