AustriaThe Austrian Ministry of Finance has stated that no additional funds will be allocated for the proposed establishment of a federal prosecutors' office as part of the three-party coalition's legislative draft. The draft aims to create an independent guidance body within the judiciary, but multiple institutions, including the Supreme Court in Innsbruck, the Federation of Judges and Prosecutors in the trade union GÖD, and the Prosecutors' Association, have raised serious concerns. They argue that the proposal risks politicizing the selection process, undermining judicial independence, and violating constitutional principles. Experts also warn of increased partisan influence over prosecutorial activities. While Transparency International notes that involving the National Council in the appointment process could be democratically acceptable, it cautions against turning professional decisions into political negotiations. As of now, 23 institutions have commented, with the majority expressing criticism.
Bias read (Progressive): The article highlights criticisms from legal experts and institutions regarding the potential politicization of the new prosecutors' office, which aligns with left-leaning concerns about maintaining judicial independence and reducing partisan influence. The emphasis on constitutional and European法治（
