Person
Anna Sporrer
Politics
Social Policy
New guard letter against genital cutting
Read nowAustria makes a new guard letter for girls in autumn. It warns against genital cutting and explains the law.
Politics
Law & Justice
Bad songs bring work for courts
Read nowIn Austria there are many court cases because of racist songs. People sing bad words to a party hit. Only a few people get a penalty.
Politics
Law & Justice
New rules for the law
Read nowJustice Minister Anna Sporrer plans big changes. Lay judges get better training. The laws against spying become much harder.
Politics
Law & Justice
Arguments about the police action Medusa and new laws
Read nowEurope has a police action against criminals. Austria is not part of it yet. Politicians want to change laws about videos of violence.
Politics
Law & Justice
New homes for children after bad acts
Read nowMinister Anna Sporrer plans a new law. Children who commit crimes will live in small groups. They get good help there. They do not go to jail.
Politics
Domestic Policy
Famous politicians visit the Pilnacek committee
Read nowThe FPÖ invites famous politicians. They want answers. The committee examines the influence of politics on laws. 9 people must talk in the autumn.
Politics
Domestic Policy
New rights for groups in Austria
Read nowThe National Council gives 6 groups more protection. They are now in the law book. There are changes for courts in the state of Kärnten.
Politics
Law & Justice
Report shows big problems in prisons
Read nowExperts checked prisons in Austria. Many sick prisoners have big problems. Experts demand fast changes after a death.
Politics
Law & Justice
Head of Supreme Court criticizes working conditions
Read nowGeorg Kodek leads the Supreme Court. He warns of too much work in courts. There is not enough money and staff. The justice system needs help now.
Politics
Law & Justice
Government plans new federal authority for lawyers
Read nowThe government wants to change the justice system. A new authority will decide on investigations instead of the justice minister. This brings more independence.
Politics
Law & Justice
A new agency for the law in Austria
Read nowAustria plans a new agency. The name is Federal State Prosecution. This agency works without the influence of politics.
Politics
Law & Justice
Dispute about freedom for 500 prisoners
Read nowJustice Minister Anna Sporrer wants to release 500 prisoners early. The OVP and the Neos say no. They fear for public safety.