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Friday, November 22, 2024

Vorarlberg's New Government Faces Criticism

Published: 2024-11-22

In Vorarlberg, Austria, the newly formed ÖVP-FPÖ coalition government has unveiled its program, which has sparked mixed reactions.

Landeshauptmann Markus Wallner presented the program as a roadmap for the region's future, emphasizing key projects like the Lünerseekraftwerk II and the Rhesi flood protection initiative.

Wallner called for cross-party collaboration, but the opposition criticized the program as vague and lacking ambition.

The SPÖ, in particular, expressed disappointment over the absence of new measures for affordable housing, a key election promise.

They also criticized the government's approach to education and social welfare, highlighting planned cuts to heating subsidies.

The opposition argues that the program largely maintains the status quo, failing to address pressing issues like social media and artificial intelligence.

Despite these criticisms, Wallner remains optimistic, urging all parties to work together on these "key projects.

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