Survey: High Mobile Phone Use Among Drivers in Austria
According to the survey, 14% of Austrian drivers admit to using their mobile phone while driving without a hands-free device.
Unemployment Up 10% In July Compared To Last Year
At the end of July, 341,769 individuals were registered as unemployed or in training with the AMS, pushing the national unemployment rate to 6.4%.
E-Scooter Accident Sparks Renewed Safety Debate
Safety officials are calling for an age limit, as well as extra safety features such as a bell, indicators, a second brake and a speed limit.
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.
Vienna Banks Reduce Branches by One-Third Amid Digital Shift
The primary driver behind the closures is increased digitalisation, which is challenging for those without mobile phones.
Record Number of New Start-Ups in Vienna
The chamber reported 5,170 new businesses established in 2024 so far, up 2.5% from last year. Around 9,700 companies could be founded over the entire year.
Vienna Pools Recover as Heat Draws Crowds
In May, the daily occupancy rate was a mere 8% for the entire month – one of the worst results since 1990, with only 115,000 bathers recorded.
Austria Faces Staff Shortages in Hospitality Sector
The study found over 11,500 unfilled jobs across Austria, noting that the actual number could be significantly higher.
One in Five Children in Austria at Risk of Poverty
The EU average in 2023 was 24.8%, placing Austria squarely in the middle, with the highest rates reported in Romania, Spain and Bulgaria.