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🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Innovation, collective agreements and the abolition of warning requirements

The article discusses the challenges and opportunities in Iceland's labor market, focusing on collective agreements and innovation.

Mar 22 • 09:52 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Former Prime Minister is pleased about the abolition of the wealth tax: 'What has happened above all is that we have received many startup companies in Sweden'

Former Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt praises the 2007 abolition of the wealth tax, claiming it positively impacted Sweden's economy by encouraging startups and preventing wealthy individuals from relocating.

Mar 21 • 10:29 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Former Prime Minister: There is broad agreement that abolishing the wealth tax benefited Sweden

Former Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt stated that the abolition of the wealth tax in 2007 positively impacted Sweden's economy by preventing wealthy individuals from leaving the country for lower-tax havens.

Mar 21 • 10:29 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Former Prime Ministers from Norway and Sweden Disagree on Danish Wealth Tax

Former Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt argues that the abolition of Sweden’s wealth tax in 2007 positively impacted the economy, while former Norwegian Prime Minister points to different implications for Denmark's proposed wealth tax.

Mar 21 • 10:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

TEE: The possible abolition of the topographical survey in property transfers endangers the security of transactions

The Greek Technical Chamber (TEE) is calling for the withdrawal of a proposal to abolish the requirement for a topographical survey in property transfers, citing risks to legal security and efforts to digitize spatial data.

Mar 20 • 14:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC allowance for workers abolished as April 2026 UK tax changes confirmed

The UK government has confirmed significant tax changes, including the abolition of the HMRC allowance for workers, which will take effect in April 2026.

Mar 20 • 09:57 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Blue parties want to abolish the green ministry: "It's a monstrosity"

Blue parties in Denmark are advocating for the abolition of the Ministry of Green Cooperation, labeling it a 'monstrosity.'

Mar 19 • 23:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

We will abolish the digital agency and save money, claimed ANO MPs. Havlíček counters that nothing is planned.

Czech MPs from the ANO party argue for the abolition of the Digital Information Agency, but Deputy Minister Havlíček asserts that no such measures are being prepared.

Mar 19 • 12:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Progress in the Abolition of the Piglet Castration Ban

Finland is moving to repeal plans to prohibit the surgical castration of piglets, with the ministry citing economic reasons for the change.

Mar 19 • 11:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Drone Command Controversy in Pyongyang: Restructuring Instead of Abolition

The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has decided to restructure the Drone Command instead of abolishing it, reallocating its operational duties to the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines while retaining the headquarters for policy and educational purposes.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mandatory Facial Recognition for Mobile Phone Activation Starts Tomorrow... Civic Groups Demand Policy Abandonment

From tomorrow, a policy mandating facial recognition for new mobile phone activations will take effect, prompting civic groups to call for its abolition citing privacy concerns.

Mar 18 • 08:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Samsung Electronics Union Announces General Strike... Approvals for Labor Dispute at 93.1%, Bonus as a Key Issue

The Samsung Electronics labor union approved a strike with 93.1% of votes in favor, demanding the abolition of the bonus cap, and plans a general strike in May.

Mar 18 • 07:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Finns Party Demands Abolition of Diesel Tax in Opposition - Now at Full Rejection

The Finns Party, which previously demanded the abolition of diesel tax while in opposition, has now rejected such proposals amidst political discourse.

Mar 17 • 18:49 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Ebba Busch (KD) on the effect fees: Remove them

Swedish politician Ebba Busch advocates for the abolition of newly implemented effect fees by electricity network companies due to their negative impact on households.

Mar 17 • 18:14 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Opposition Agrees on the Abolition of the Transaction Tax and Opens a Discussion About Flat and 'Estonian' Taxes

The opposition in Slovakia is unified in calling for the abolition of the transaction tax and is discussing the implementation of flat and Estonian-style taxes to stimulate economic growth.

Mar 17 • 15:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Coalition Buries the Legislative Corpse of the Law on the Abolition of the Whistleblower Office through an Attachment to Graves

The Slovak parliament, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, is set to abolish a previously proposed law aimed at eliminating the Whistleblower Protection Office, using a legislative strategy that ties it to unrelated amendments regarding war graves.

Mar 17 • 15:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Petteri Orpo dashes the National Coalition's hopes for abolishing the inheritance tax in the framework meeting: "It is not being prepared"

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo announced that the government will not propose the abolition of the inheritance tax in the upcoming framework meeting, emphasizing adherence to its existing program.

Mar 17 • 12:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

‘These connections are overlooked’: how British companies profited from slavery in Brazil long after abolition

The article investigates how British companies, despite the abolition of slavery, continued to profit from enslaved individuals in Brazil through loopholes in the law.

Mar 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The abolition of television and radio fees will benefit politicians more than citizens

The Czech government plans to abolish direct funding through television and radio fees but lacks clarity on what will replace it, raising concerns among media professionals.

Mar 17 • 10:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Chamber of Commerce: This is how inheritance tax should be abolished

The Finnish Chamber of Commerce proposes a gradual abolition of inheritance and gift tax to avoid abrupt impacts on state tax revenue.

Mar 16 • 12:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Is the controversial tax going to be abolished? Purra's rebuttal, a firm response from the National Coalition Party

The National Coalition Party is still advocating for the abolition of inheritance and gift taxes despite objections from Finance Minister Riikka Purra.

Mar 16 • 12:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Concerns Associated with the Use of Lay Judges in Court Proceedings

The Estonian Ministry of Justice has proposed legislation to expedite court proceedings, suggesting the abolition of lay judges due to various concerns about their effectiveness.

Mar 15 • 19:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: Orpo's government tax offers spring up like Aki Palsanmäki's auctions

The Finnish government led by Petteri Orpo is changing its tax policies ahead of elections, proposing a replacement of a planned corporate tax cut with the abolition of inheritance and gift taxes.

Mar 15 • 19:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

SDP: Knockout against the abolition of inheritance tax – New cutting proposal from the National Coalition Party

The SDP criticizes proposals to abolish inheritance tax, arguing it would unfairly burden ordinary taxpayers while benefiting wealthier individuals.

Mar 15 • 17:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Calculation: They Would Lose with the Abolition of Inheritance Tax – 'Even Worse in Return'

A discussion is ongoing in Finland regarding the potential abolition of inheritance tax and its effects on beneficiaries, with calculations suggesting that those who must sell inherited property may face higher tax burdens.

Mar 15 • 13:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Through the Eyes of Sasha Mitrofanov: Serfdom in Russia Was Abolished 165 Years Ago, but the Mentality Persists

The article discusses how the abolition of serfdom in Russia was 165 years ago, yet the mentality associated with it continues to exist.

Mar 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

HS: The National Coalition Party is considering the abolition of inheritance tax

The National Coalition Party in Finland is pushing for the abolition of inheritance tax in a future government budget meeting, with negotiations ongoing internally.

Mar 13 • 17:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Karol Nawrocki is preparing another veto. Donald Tusk will be furious

The Polish Sejm has passed legislation for anti-corruption coordination and the abolition of the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau, awaiting presidential approval amid an anticipated veto.

Mar 13 • 11:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Bold Move on Diesel Taxation

Finnish MP Mia Laiho calls for the complete abolition of the diesel tax for private car owners due to its high costs compared to gasoline.

Mar 12 • 12:55 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Short-changed' north Queenslanders in disbelief at loss of seat in state parliament

Residents of North Queensland express disbelief and disappointment at the proposed abolition of their parliamentary seat due to population shifts.

Mar 11 • 20:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Goo Yoon-cheol: The maximum price system will be adjusted by the supply price of refiners... Review of abolition at the level of 1800 won

The South Korean government plans to implement a maximum price system for oil products by controlling the supply prices of refiners, intending to maintain the system until oil prices drop to pre-war levels around 1800 won.

Mar 11 • 08:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Abolition of the Insolvency Control Service

Latvia is reforming its insolvency process by abolishing the Insolvency Control Service and enhancing protection for citizens and businesses facing financial difficulties.

Mar 10 • 13:56 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

California professor calls to abolish identities like 'gay' and 'lesbian' since they 'harm trans people'

A UC Riverside professor advocates for the abolition of sexual identities such as 'gay' and 'lesbian', claiming they are detrimental to trans individuals.

Mar 9 • 22:57 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

DN Debate. 'Swedish aid is beyond saving - abolish Sida'

The article argues for the abolition of Sida and a halving of Swedish foreign aid due to perceived systematic failures and corruption.

Mar 9 • 19:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Anušić welcomed the first recruits: Basic military training begins in Knin, Slunj, and Požega

Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić announced the start of basic military training for 800 recruits in three cities, marking a significant return to mandatory service after its abolition in 2008.

Mar 9 • 15:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: "I will restore the gender equality policies that were rolled back by the previous government's promise to abolish the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family"

President Yoon expressed his commitment to restoring gender equality policies on International Women's Day, emphasizing the adverse effects of the previous government's abolition of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family.

Mar 8 • 01:36 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

“Am I not a woman?”

The article discusses Sojourner Truth's historic speech 'Ain't I a Woman?' delivered in 1851, highlighting her advocacy for women's rights and equality.

Mar 7 • 23:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Video | Prostitution in Europe: Abolition or Regulation?

This video explores the ongoing debate in Europe about prostitution, examining the contrasting approaches of regulation versus abolition, in light of discussions on women's rights and social implications.

Mar 6 • 15:48 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

In Defense of Sal Da Vinci and Against the Difficult Abolition of Jealousy

The article discusses a personal reflection on the influence of Sal Da Vinci's music and the cultural implications of jealousy as a theme in society.

Mar 6 • 13:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Dem Senate hopeful holds event at bookstore selling 'ABOLISH ICE' merch despite pledge to 'secure the border'

Iowa Senate candidate Zach Wahls faces criticism for holding a campaign event at a bookstore known for advocating the abolition of ICE, despite his promises to secure the border.

Mar 6 • 11:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Czech Republic: Babiš and the Fight Against the Media

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš seeks to alter the funding of public broadcasting, raising concerns about potential abolition.

Mar 6 • 09:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Basic Security: Now the State Must Really Help Those in Need

The article critiques the recent abolition of the Bürgergeld, emphasizing the need for the state to respect and truly support the unemployed instead of merely enforcing regulations.

Mar 5 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Half of Americans back abolishing ICE amid Trump crackdown, poll finds

A recent poll reveals that half of Americans support the abolition of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency amid growing opposition to Donald Trump's immigration policies.

Mar 4 • 14:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Autonomous Copy-Paste of Vox's Programs, the Party that Does Not Believe in Autonomies

Vox aims to secure 20% of the vote in the upcoming regional elections in Castilla y León, despite advocating for the abolition of autonomous communities.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

HTM discusses the abolition of the five-point grading system

The Estonian Ministry of Education is planning to replace the five-point grading system with a more diverse verbal assessment system starting in 2035.

Mar 3 • 19:16 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Tomáš wants to abolish micro-contributions for small entrepreneurs, Danko is also advocating for licenses

Slovak Minister Erik Tomáš proposes the abolition of a micro-contribution for small entrepreneurs earning up to €3,000 annually, while Andrej Danko presents the idea of annual tax licenses for freelancers.

Mar 3 • 16:43 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Rósa wants to abolish the Media Council

Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir has proposed the abolition of the Media Council, arguing it is unnecessary and a waste of public resources.

Mar 3 • 15:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The Passage of the 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws' by the National Assembly Now Calls for Discussions on the Abolition of the Court Administration Office

The National Assembly has passed the 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws', prompting discussions on the abolition of the Court Administration Office to promote judicial democracy in South Korea.

Mar 1 • 09:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Completion of 'Judicial 3 Laws' Legislation... Ruling Party Considers Additional Legislation like 'Abolition of Court Administration Office'

The Democratic Party of Korea has completed the legislation of the 'Judicial 3 Laws' aimed at judicial reform, amid opposition from the People Power Party.

Feb 28 • 12:12 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Salvini: 'Everything can be improved'

Matteo Salvini acknowledges that the electoral law could be improved, amid opposition claims of its unconstitutionality and discontent from his own party members regarding the abolition of single-member constituencies.

Feb 27 • 16:14 UTC

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