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Elections could now be held in Vienna on this day

Michael Ludwig has good poll ratings and a political tailwind.(Bild: Mario Urbantschitsch)

The recent national crisis could have direct consequences for the Vienna elections. As reported by the "Krone" newspaper, the red-pink Vienna city government is likely to bring forward the state elections from October to April. 

A report in the "Krone" spread like wildfire late on Wednesday evening. At a meeting of the executive committee of the Vienna SPÖ convened at short notice on Thursday, one of the issues to be discussed is whether to bring forward the election, which was originally scheduled for October. The political background: the negotiations between the FPÖ and ÖVP have already led to a growing mood of protest among left-wing voters in the capital. Mayor Michael Ludwig and co. are likely to take advantage of this mobilization effect - and call an election earlier.

According to reports, it is likely to be the last weekend in April. The Vienna SPÖ will position itself and the capital as a bulwark against the right-wing federal government and the blue Chancellor Herbert Kickl.

Announcement as early as Friday?
Coalition partner NEOS is also said to be not averse to the idea. There are no official confirmations yet, but these are expected to follow on Friday. "The focus is on the government retreat with the NEOS", it was said on Thursday. Significantly, the retreat will take place at the Floridsdorf clinic. The reason for this is the topic of "health".