Vaccination acceptance rises - Discontent over vaccine rollout intensity intensifies

In a recent survey conducted by the polling institute Infratest, it has been revealed that a significant portion of Germans are dissatisfied with the current pace of local vaccinations and the prospect of lifting restrictions for vaccinated individuals.

The survey, which was based on interviews with 1,003 people between February 1 and 2, 2021, according to dts Nachrichtenagentur, found that 68% of Germans consider the pace of local vaccinations too slow. On the other hand, only 21% find the current pace appropriate, while 7% believe it is too fast.

Interestingly, the survey also showed that supporters of special rights for vaccinated people are mainly found among the ranks of the FDP, with 48% in favour. However, no clear, recent statement from FDP members could be found regarding this specific issue in the provided sources. The general FDP positions emphasize individual freedoms, but there is no direct comment on the proposal to lift restrictions for vaccinated, cured, or tested persons.

Despite the concerns about the vaccination pace, a majority of Germans still support the joint approach to vaccine procurement, although doubts have increased. 59% of federal citizens in Germany currently want to get vaccinated, an increase of 5 points compared to January. However, 33% of Germans still criticize the joint approach to vaccine procurement.

Younger voters in Germany are more cautious about vaccination, with 40% of those aged 18-29 stating that they do not want to get vaccinated, compared to 23% of those aged 60 and over.

Proposals to lift restrictions on daily life for vaccinated people do not have majority support in Germany. 68% of Germans are against lifting restrictions for vaccinated people, while 28% are in favour.

It is important to note that the EU countries have agreed to order vaccines together instead of negotiating with manufacturers on their own. This joint approach is likely to continue as the vaccination rollout continues across the continent.

The survey results provide valuable insights into the attitudes of Germans towards vaccination and the lifting of restrictions. As the vaccination programme continues, it will be interesting to see how these attitudes evolve over time.

Vaccination acceptance rises - Discontent over vaccine rollout intensity intensifies