| Günther Platter | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Tyrol | |
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Assumed office 1 July 2008 |
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| Preceded by | Herwig van Staa |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
7 June 1954 Zams, Tyrol |
| Political party | ÖVP |
| Profession | police officer |
Günther Platter is an Austrian politician (ÖVP) and is the current Governor of Tyrol after his predecessor Herwig van Staa lost more almost 10% of the votes in the regional elections. Before becoming Governor, Platter served as Interior Minister and as Minister of Defence in the cabinets of Gusenbauer and Schüssel.