ROT-WEISS-ROT REPORT - English

26.05.26 - Rot-Weіss-Rot REPORT

In today's episode: - The dramatic finale of the country's biggest espionage scandal. A former counterintelligence agent has been convicted of passing secret data to Russia! - Another scandal in parliament. Politicians clashed over a single word. What's this about? - VAT is falling. The tax is being reduced on milk, bread, eggs and vegetables — how much will your supermarket bills actually decrease? - Refugee reforms. Burgenland has introduced mandatory community work, and Lower Austria is tightening requirements for foreigners. What do you need to know? - We'll also tell you about a curious incident in Tyrol, Austria's major cultural victory and much more. And we'll start, as always, with the main events of the past week.  Stay up to date with the most important changes and listen to learn more about the events, traditions and laws of Austria. For questions about cooperation, please contact: rot.weiss.rot.report@gmail.com Our podcast is available in 5 languages: https://www.rwr-report.at

19.05.26 - Rot-Weіss-Rot REPORT

In today's episode: - Austrian cities and villages are rapidly running out of money. Which city has been declared the country's biggest "debtor"? - The European Union has officially banned employers from asking candidates about their previous salary during job interviews. We'll explain how this decision protects migrants' rights. - Austria plans to introduce a new tax on online parcels, which has already sparked fierce criticism. What will you have to pay for and how much? - The Employment Service (AMS) and the Tax Office have completed major audits, so we'll tell you what could result in fines. - Plus, this episode is packed with useful information for life in the country, news from the capital and the regions. Stay up to date with the most important changes and listen to learn more about the events, traditions and laws of Austria. For questions about cooperation, please contact: rot.weiss.rot.report@gmail.com

12.05.26 - Rot-Weіss-Rot REPORT

On today's episode: -       Erbschaftssteuer: We examine politicians' disputes over inheritance tax and explore whether the rules will become as strict as those in Germany. -       Familienbeihilfe Freeze: Why the Finance Ministry canceled automatic increases to Familienbeihilfe and how much family incomes will actually decrease next year. -       Digitaler Eltern-Kind-Pass: How the new digital parent-child passport system works and when it will become operational. -       Career After 50: How to obtain Austrian certification through free AMS programs and secure stable employment in technical fields. -       Wohnbau-Paket Benefits: We explain the Wohnbau-Paket conditions that allow you to save up to €10,000. -       Eurovision and Culture in Vienna: Where to watch the show for free, how transport routes will change, and which museums have introduced strict entry requirements for tourists.   Stay up to date with the most important changes and listen to learn more about the events, traditions and laws of Austria. For questions about cooperation, please contact: rot.weiss.rot.report@gmail.com

05.05.26 - Rot-Weіss-Rot REPORT

In this episode of Rot-Weiß-Rot REPORT: -       Austria’s 2027–2028 Budget: We break down the government’s new "austerity agenda" and its direct impact on your taxes and social benefits. -       Fuel Prices: Why the "price brake" was extended, and why filling up your tank is still getting more expensive. -       New Rules for E-Scooters: What can earn you a fine now, the new mandatory technical standards, and why pavements are now a strictly prohibited zone. -       European Commission Complaint: Why human rights groups are challenging Austria over restrictions on family reunification. -       2026 Job Market: Where are the best prospects—the city or the countryside? We look at the sectors facing the most acute staff shortages. -       Cultural Highlights: Vienna’s preparations for Eurovision and how to visit the city’s top gourmet festivals this May for free. Stay up to date with the most important changes and listen to learn more about the events, traditions and laws of Austria.

28.04 26 Rot-Weiss-Rot REPORT

Here's what we're covering today: Parliament held a session and passed several decisions that matter for people with lower incomes, including migrants. There's an ongoing dispute about fuel prices — the government is trying to protect consumers, but the big oil companies aren't rushing to comply with the law. Austria also has a new head of public broadcasting, a major trial is underway in one of the federal states. And Vienna is gearing up for one of the biggest cultural events of the year — Eurovision, coming very soon to the Austrian capital.