Regierung von Oberfranken

The Regierung von Oberfranken, based in Bayreuth, is one of the seven district governments in Bavaria. It represents the state government in the administrative district and represents it to the state government[1][3]. The government is an intermediate authority between the Bavarian state ministries and subordinate authorities such as district offices and independent cities[3].

The government offers a wide range of services, including:

• Bundling of administrative services: It combines offers from almost all Bavarian state ministries and offers expertise in areas such as architecture, chemistry, geography, human/veterinary medicine, engineering, administrative law, pedagogy and pharmacy[1][3].
• Coordination of infrastructure projects: It coordinates various interests in large projects that affect several areas of life[1][3].
• Funding programs: The government implements numerous funding programs that move a high three-digit million amount annually. These funds come primarily from the Bavarian state budget, the federal government and the EU[1][3].
• Consulting and supervision: It advises and supervises subordinate state authorities as well as the districts and independent cities[3].

The main mission of the government is to represent the state government in the administrative district of Oberfranken while safeguarding regional interests vis-à-vis the state government[1][3]. It attaches great importance to impartial advice and effective legal protection[3].

The Regierung von Oberfranken is committed to promoting sustainable projects. The priorities include:

• Environmental protection: It supports nature conservation projects and works to cope with the consequences of climate change[3].
• Education and digital development: The government promotes the educational infrastructure and the expansion of fast internet in Oberfranken[3].