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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Driver receives penalties for another driver for two years. Why can't the police system prevent this?

A Latvian driver has been unfairly receiving fines for traffic violations committed by another individual due to a similar vehicle registration number.

Feb 28 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The mayor of the capital requests answers from the Construction Inspectorate regarding the unreduced Moscow houses, searching for other ways

The mayor of Vilnius is seeking information from the Construction Inspectorate about the prolonged demolition procedures for the Moscow House, expressing concern from residents frustrated by the building's continued presence.

Feb 28 • 07:16 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

D. Dundulis urges to relieve these residents from taxes: "Right now we're doing something absurd"

Dainius Dundulis, CEO of Rivona and chairman of Norfos mažmena, criticizes the slow bureaucracy in public services and urges the government to relieve citizens from unnecessary taxes.

Feb 28 • 04:36 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Unusual: AFA requests to have its headquarters in Pilar on an even number on an odd street

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is seeking to relocate its headquarters to Pilar, but faces legal challenges due to an odd-numbered street address.

Feb 27 • 19:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Simplification of Tax Law: Changes for Pensioners in Tax Declarations

Germany's coalition government is exploring ways to simplify tax law for pensioners, aiming to reduce bureaucracy and improve automation without promising major reforms.

Feb 27 • 19:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Simplification of Tax Law: What Changes for Pensioners in Tax Returns

The German coalition is seeking to simplify tax law without major reforms, promising less bureaucracy and more automation to assist pensioners with their tax returns.

Feb 27 • 19:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Beijing's Rise: The Creepy Success of China's Bureaucrats

The article analyzes China's rise as a global innovation leader, attributing it to a blend of government planning, a unique reward system for bureaucrats, and a strong emphasis on engineering education.

Feb 27 • 18:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From March, it will no longer be necessary to keep Pos receipts, here's why

Beginning in March, the obligation to keep Pos receipts for ten years will be abolished, as part of a broader effort to reduce bureaucracy in Italy.

Feb 27 • 10:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

They don't see

The article discusses the weaknesses of the Mexican state, highlighting historical issues of power concentration, military involvement in politics, and bureaucratic inefficiencies.

Feb 27 • 08:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Virtue and Courage are Needed for the New Metapolitefsi

The article discusses the rising concerns over a new digital bureaucracy associated with the government's efforts to combat corruption in Greece.

Feb 27 • 07:18 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Lisa Magnusson: If Your House 'Sticks Out to Bureaucrats,' It Can Be Expensive

The article discusses the costly legal battles homeowners may face when municipal authorities disapprove of their house's color, regardless of how understated it is.

Feb 27 • 05:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Black-red coalition: Beware of the 'Spring of Reforms'

The article discusses the German government's reform promises under the black-red coalition led by Friedrich Merz, highlighting concerns over economic policies and increased bureaucracy.

Feb 26 • 20:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Rikard Hjorth Warlenius: Why Swedish Researchers Are Forced to Engage in Wasted Work

Rikard Hjorth Warlenius argues that the current research funding system in Sweden leads to substantial wasted efforts by researchers and advocates for direct funding to universities.

Feb 26 • 13:58 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Changes to the law aim to save time in construction; bureaucracy is being reduced in other areas as well

Latvian lawmakers plan to submit changes in March aimed at reducing construction times and streamlining bureaucratic processes in various sectors.

Feb 25 • 10:40 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

With Changes in Law, Time Savings in Construction are Hoped For

Proposed changes in Latvian construction laws are aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays by allowing parallel processing of construction and design.

Feb 25 • 10:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Anger over plans to abolish New Zealand’s dedicated environment ministry

New Zealand's government plans to abolish its environment ministry, raising concerns about weakened environmental protections amid efforts to reduce bureaucracy.

Feb 25 • 01:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

If you are on this list, act immediately – otherwise, you may be declared dead next month

The Digi- ja väestötietovirasto has released a list of Finnish citizens over 100 years old, urging them to confirm their information by March 24, or risk being declared dead due to lack of documentation.

Feb 24 • 10:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The measures that the PP proposes to Vox: 'Rejection of climate policies that destroy jobs,' condemnation of 'all' violence, maximum tax cuts and reducing 'subsidies'

The PP outlines key proposals for collaboration with Vox, prioritizing significant tax reductions and a rejection of certain climate policies.

Feb 23 • 19:12 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Work and eligible households, waiting times... What you need to know about MaPrimeRénov' if you are considering renovating your home

The re-opening of the MaPrimeRénov' program has led to significant backlog issues due to delayed processing times caused by budget approval delays, frustrating potential renovators.

Feb 23 • 16:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

National Identity Card Faces New Delays in Amapá

The issuance of the new National Identity Card (CIN) in Amapá is experiencing significant delays, causing concern among citizens who need this essential document.

Feb 23 • 16:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Residents of the eastern zone of SP say they face a saga in the search for aid after floods

Residents in eastern São Paulo are struggling to obtain government assistance following significant flood damage to their homes and businesses.

Feb 23 • 13:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bureaucracy Reduction: Former Mayor Böltl Aims to Make the State More Efficient

Maximilian Böltl, a former mayor, is now a lawmaker in Bavaria focusing on improving bureaucratic processes and reducing frustration for citizens.

Feb 23 • 11:53 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Bureaucracy Paralyzes: Transportation for the Disabled in Kedainiai Becomes a Nightmare

A resident of Kedainiai expresses frustration over new bureaucratic hurdles for accessing transportation services for the disabled.

Feb 23 • 09:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Professor of Architectural Heritage: It is the worst thing that has happened in 108 years

A couple restoring a historic property in Denmark faces significant challenges due to strict heritage preservation regulations.

Feb 23 • 08:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Why did Hamza Abdel Karim suddenly leave Barcelona?

The young Egyptian forward Hamza Abdel Karim left Barcelona due to bureaucratic delays in securing his work permit, requiring him to return to Egypt for administrative reasons.

Feb 22 • 14:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Panevezys resident got stuck in the maze of bureaucracy while saving an injured bird: "The system really doesn't work"

A man in Panevezys faced bureaucratic obstacles while trying to save an injured duck after it was struck by a vehicle.

Feb 22 • 09:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

What will happen to Europe? We have three major problems

The article discusses significant challenges facing the European Union beyond bureaucratic issues.

Feb 21 • 13:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Bizarre experience with paid parking: a few hours of 'non-parking' and a 40-euro fine

An individual shared a frustrating experience with a paid parking system that resulted in a hefty fine.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Action taken for delay in changing the Governor's bedsheet

Action has been taken regarding the delay in changing the bedsheet of the Governor.

Feb 20 • 14:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Changes in taxes and courts, support for local producers. Here is the deregulation program 2.0

Poland's government has implemented significant deregulation measures aimed at reducing bureaucracy and simplifying regulations, impacting various sectors including public procurement and taxation.

Feb 20 • 13:47 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Uncertain costs, greater dependence, and more bureaucracy: Here are five highlights from the new nuclear power analysis

A new analysis commissioned by the Danish government explores the potential benefits and challenges of nuclear power in Denmark, particularly focusing on small modular reactors (SMR) as a part of the future energy landscape.

Feb 20 • 12:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

New Budget: EU States Oppose More Brussels Bureaucracy

European Union states are pushing back against the European Commission's plans for a new budget that includes an increase in bureaucracy and administrative costs.

Feb 20 • 10:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

White House advisor: The US completely rejects global artificial intelligence governance

A US delegation leader emphasized at an AI summit in New Delhi that the US fully rejects global governance of artificial intelligence, asserting that it should not be subject to bureaucracy and centralized control.

Feb 20 • 09:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"The patient is disappearing." There is a battle between several groups in healthcare

The article discusses ongoing conflicts among various groups within the healthcare system in Czechia.

Feb 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Reducing bureaucracy by combining occupational safety instruction logs – is it possible?

A proposal is made to simplify the bureaucratic process in Latvia by merging multiple occupational safety and fire safety instruction logs into a single document.

Feb 20 • 03:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Deregulation 2.0: The government announces systemic changes in taxes and courts

The Polish government plans to undertake broader systemic reforms aimed at reducing bureaucratic procedures, as announced by Minister Maciej Berek.

Feb 20 • 03:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The private sector in Cuba starts to import fuel for personal use, despite the US oil siege

Cuban private companies have begun importing fuel directly amid US restrictions, though the process is complicated by local bureaucracy and continued sanctions.

Feb 19 • 22:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

I. RuginienÄ— after the Government meeting with businesses: our goals align

Lithuanian Prime Minister I. RuginienÄ— emphasized the alignment of governmental and business goals in promoting economic competitiveness and reducing bureaucracy, particularly in the defense sector.

Feb 19 • 15:23 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

HHS wipes out 36,000 pages of ‘regulatory dark matter’ in sweeping child welfare office purge

The HHS has removed over 36,000 outdated pages of regulatory guidance related to child welfare to streamline operations.

Feb 19 • 15:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Family Policy: Child Benefits Will Soon be Automatic

Parents will soon receive child benefits automatically after the birth of a child without having to submit an application in most cases, according to a draft law from the Federal Ministry of Finance in Germany.

Feb 19 • 14:41 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Unacceptable Formalities. Why is the Government Delaying the Reduction of Bureaucracy Promised Last Year?

The article discusses the slow progress of the Latvian government in reducing bureaucratic processes, particularly in public procurement, highlighting concerns from various stakeholders.

Feb 19 • 12:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Less bureaucracy: Child benefit to be paid automatically in the future

The German government plans to eliminate the application process for child benefits, allowing for automatic payments to families.

Feb 19 • 12:40 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ike Volkov: From the building register – I listen, read and wonder

Ike Volkov criticizes the complexities and inefficiencies of Estonia's building register and the bureaucratic burden on the architecture and construction process.

Feb 19 • 12:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Hundred Days of Protection Have Ceased to Exist. With Babiš's Government, an Era of Political Rashness Has Begun

Andrej Babiš's government has initiated a rapid restructuring of the administrative landscape in Czechia, aiming to reduce bureaucratic officials for more effective governance.

Feb 19 • 12:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Ignoring legislators' phones will have serious consequences for officials, strict ultimatum issued

The Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, Satish Mahana, has announced strict action against officials who do not respond to calls from legislators, emphasizing the need for cooperation in light of recent complaints.

Feb 19 • 07:41 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Marriage of Two IAS Officers... Meeting During Training, Then Love, Now Court Marriage with Traditional Rituals to Follow

Two young IAS officers from the 2023 batch have recently married in a simple court ceremony, highlighting their commitment to simplicity and mutual respect.

Feb 19 • 05:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fiscal Transparency or New Tax Labyrinth? The Dilemma of the Simplification Promised by the Reform

The Brazilian tax reform seeks to modernize the fiscal system but raises concerns about whether it will simplify tax processes or create new complexities.

Feb 18 • 15:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The End of the American Dream? Bands Fear Traveling to the USA Due to Security, Tariffs, and Deportations

Many musicians are increasingly hesitant to tour the USA due to rising bureaucracy, costs, and security fears.

Feb 18 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The reunion of three victims of the Iryo, one month after the Adamuz accident: 'We feel indignation and orphanhood'

Three victims of the January 18 Iryo train crash share their emotional struggles and encounters with bureaucracy a month after the tragedy.

Feb 18 • 04:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Marx Arriaga maintains that he can barricade himself as long as necessary if the order of his dismissal does not arrive

Marx Arriaga, a former education official, stated he can remain in his office indefinitely until his dismissal order arrives.

Feb 17 • 20:50 UTC

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