In the remaining seven federal states, trade had ended the lockdown earlier. The industry is also hoping for a promising new start thanks to many special offers. This is urgently needed, said the spokesman for the trade association, Rainer Will, the TV broadcaster Oe24. “Every second dealer has existential fears.” Last but not least, long queues formed in Vienna in front of fashion stores.
The number of new corona infections had decreased in the past few weeks. The seven-day incidence in Austria is around 150. From May 19 – accompanied by a protection concept with access tests – all other sectors such as gastronomy, hotels, sports and culture are allowed to offer their services again throughout Austria.