This Policy Brief presents an overview of Austrian citizens’ attitudes towards the European Parliament (EP) election and their views on the future of the European Union (EU) in light of the upcoming EP election on 9 June 2024. Using data from the Austrian National Election Study (AUTNES), responses from 3,054 participants were analysed, focusing on their interest in the EP election, their likelihood to vote next Sunday, their stance on European unification, and policy measures they consider important for the future of the EU. Findings reveal a mixed interest in the upcoming election. 42.1% of the respondents state a definite intention to vote, but potential turnout varies across age groups. Although a large share of respondents support Austria’s EU membership and the common currency euro, results also suggest that Austrians are rather Eurosceptic. The findings thus provide valuable insights for political and societal stakeholders ahead of the 2024 EP election.
