Latvian Pharmacy plans to sell 19 pharmacies
SIA 'Latvijas aptieka' has entered into an agreement to sell 19 pharmacies to 'Mēness Aptieka' under the management of AS 'Sentor Farm Aptiekas', following approval from the Competition Council.
Matas Lasauskas. A Cloudy Sky Over the Juodkrantė Beach
The Anti-Corruption Commission of the Neringa Municipal Council has investigated a potentially non-transparent rental competition for a lifeguard station on Juodkrantė beach.
Architecture Council opens competition in Ceará with salary of up to R$ 9,000
The Architecture and Urbanism Council of Ceará has announced a public competition offering various positions with salaries up to R$ 9,112.18.
The Competition Council imposes a fine on 'ss.lv' for hindering the development of a competing platform
The Latvian Competition Council has fined 'SS' 186,780 euros for abusing its dominant market position in online advertisements.
The Competition Council imposes a fine of €186,780 on 'ss.lv' for hindering the development of a competing platform
The Competition Council of Latvia has fined 'SS' €186,780 for abusing its dominant market position in the online advertisement service sector.
LIVE: The Competition Council informs about violations in the online advertisement market
The Competition Council of Latvia announced a €186,780 fine imposed for the abuse of dominant market position in the online advertisement sector.
The Competition Council has imposed a fine of 186,800 euros for the abuse of a dominant position in the online advertising market
The Latvian Competition Council has fined a company 186,800 euros for abusing its dominant position in the online advertisement services market.
"Maxima Latvia" to acquire the company that owns a shopping center on Grostonas Street in Riga
The Latvian Competition Council has approved the acquisition of full control by SIA "Maxima Latvia" over SIA "Irbis A", allowing it to influence the retail leasing market in Riga.
Works Council Elections: Workers Give a Clear Refusal to the AfD
In the lead-up to the works council elections, workers have decisively rejected the far-right AfD party, despite ongoing pressures in the automotive industry from both competition and economic challenges.
After the jump in fuel prices - The Competition Council's statement: changes do not allow suspicion of violations
The Competition Council's analysis reveals that fuel price increases in Lithuania align with trends in neighboring countries and the EU, suggesting no evidence of price collusion among gas stations.
K. Vaitiekūnas on measures to control fuel prices: "We will talk to the Competition Council"
Lithuania's Finance Minister K. Vaitiekūnas announced plans to collaborate with the Competition Council to monitor fuel price changes amid rising costs and international oil price fluctuations.
Riga withdraws money for the development of the Great Cemetery area; concerns in the community about project suspension
The Riga City Council has returned €300,000 allocated for the development of the Great Cemetery area to the city infrastructure fund due to a lack of submissions in the project competition.
The Competition Council has allowed "Smiltene Dairy" to acquire "Cesvaine Dairy"
The Latvian Competition Council has approved the acquisition of Cesvaine Dairy by Smiltene Dairy, allowing them to exert significant influence over the dairy market in Latvia.
The Business Council believes healthcare can be improved with increased competition
The Business Council in Iceland suggests that enhancing competition in healthcare services could lead to improvements in quality and efficiency.
Morena with its Trojan horse
The National Council meeting of Morena revealed critical decisions for the 2027 elections, highlighting internal dynamics and future political competition.
Council rejects appeal against archiving of CPI to investigate João Campos; opposition boycotts voting and calls for justice
The Recife City Council rejected an appeal from the opposition to investigate João Campos regarding irregularities in a public competition that allegedly benefited a judge's son.
Valainis: The rapid rise in fuel prices in Latvia raises concerns
Latvian Economy Minister Viktors Valainis expressed concerns over the rapid rise in fuel prices following the start of the conflict in Iran during an interview.
Estonian holding company "JNG Investments" allowed to acquire Lithuanian "Vilandra"
The competition council in Lithuania has permitted Estonian company JNG Investments to acquire full control of Vilandra.
As One Head of Inflation is Cut Off, Two New Ones Grow Alongside
The Competition Council's efforts to regulate the retail sector may not effectively combat severe inflation, as global conflicts could accelerate consumer price increases.
The Competition Council initiates action against "Latvijas Valsts meži"
The Latvian Competition Council has begun proceedings against "Latvijas Valsts meži" concerning long-term forestry contracts amidst ongoing investigations into government support for the forestry sector.
The Competition Council has initiated a case regarding "Latvian State Forests" long-term logging contracts
The Latvian Competition Council has started an investigation into long-term logging contracts established by Latvian State Forests in the 1990s, citing potential violations of competition laws.
Discussions Begin to Correct Delays in Minimum Wage Enforcement, Including Suppression of Excessive Competition with Neighboring Prefectures
Japan's Central Minimum Wage Council has initiated discussions aimed at correcting delays in the enforcement of minimum wage increases and addressing excessive wage competition with neighboring prefectures.
Signs of Forbidden Agreements Found Between Two Largest Food Retailers
Latvia's Competition Council has detected signs of prohibited agreements between the two largest food retail companies, impacting consumer interests.
Citizen Participation Council and commissioners defend the organization of the attorney general selection contest
The Citizen Participation Council and a commission defend the public competition to select the attorney general amid civil society criticisms.
The Competition Council has conducted procedural actions at the Maxima Latvia office
The Competition Council of Latvia conducted procedural actions at the Maxima Latvia office in Riga, with the company cooperating fully.
The Competition Council has undertaken procedural activities at the 'Maxima Latvija' office
The Latvian Competition Council conducted activities at the 'Maxima Latvija' office in Riga, while the company cooperated fully and provided the necessary information.
Sorocaba City Council establishes a committee to monitor those approved in the GCM contest who have not yet been called
Sorocaba's City Council has formed a committee to oversee candidates who were approved in the municipal guard competition but have not yet been appointed after three years of waiting.
The Competition Council has allowed 'Latvijas aptieka' to gain decisive influence over 'Farma Balt aptieka'
The Competition Council of Latvia has approved a merger allowing 'Latvijas aptieka' to gain significant influence over 'Farma Balt aptieka', with no adverse effects on market competition anticipated.
The Competition Council allows 'Latvijas aptieka' to gain decisive influence over 'Farma Balt Aptieka'
The Latvian Competition Council has approved the merger between 'Latvijas aptieka' and 'Farma Balt Aptieka', allowing the former to gain significant influence in the pharmacy market.
The competition for two council member positions at the SPRK has been announced; salary 7000 euros
The Latvian State Chancellery has announced a competition for two council member positions at the Public Utilities Commission (SPRK) with a salary of 7000 euros per month.
Senador Canedo City Council Contest with salaries up to R$ 11,9 thousand is open for registration
The City Council of Senador Canedo has opened applications for a public competition offering 25 immediate vacancies and a salary range of R$ 4,425.53 to R$ 11,903.79.
Demand for strict enforcement of zero-emission regulations
The World Heritage Council is urging stricter enforcement of zero-emission regulations for the World Heritage fjords in Norway, emphasizing that all entities should adhere equally without exception to avoid unfair competition.
Permission granted for 'Rimi' to purchase a shopping center in Vilnius
The Competition Council has approved Rimi's acquisition of a shopping center in Vilnius, stating that it will not create or strengthen a dominant market position.
Court maintains Manaus City Council's competition for three positions after annulment
A court in Amazonas has decided to uphold a public competition for three roles at the Manaus City Council after a previous annulment.
KP: Municipalities must be wary of competition violations in renovation procurements
The Competition Council in Latvia has issued warnings to municipalities regarding potential competition violations in renovation procurement processes, emphasizing the need for careful market research.
The regulator has received signals about possible competition violations in building insulation and renovation
Latvia's Competition Council has issued recommendations to municipalities regarding procurement practices for the renovation of apartment buildings and improving energy efficiency.
Understand fraud in competition and deviations in education in a case investigating a delegate and the president of the Chamber of Rio Verde
The arrest of Rio Verde City Council President Idelson Mendes and others in connection with a three-year investigation into a fraud and resource diversion scheme highlights significant corruption in public competition management.
Serie B changes format and will have playoffs to define two spots in Brazil's elite
The Technical Council of Serie B in Brazil has approved a significant change to the competition format, introducing playoffs to determine two of the four spots for promotion to the national elite.
Significant strengthening of market position in BiH: Franck acquired factory and brands in Posušje
Franck has completed the acquisition of a coffee processing factory and local coffee brands in Posušje, reinforcing its market presence in Bosnia and Herzegovina following clearance from the Competition Council.
After 16 years, Petrópolis City Council announces public competition
The Petrópolis City Council will hold a public competition in 2026, following demands from both its staff and the local population.
KP: The request for Šmite's dismissal threatens the independence of the institution
The application by the Latvian Union of Forest Contractors to dismiss Competition Council chairperson Ieva Šmite is seen as an unprecedented attempt to influence the independence and decision-making of the agency, according to KP.
The EU Finally Discovers 'Made in EU'
The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, will convene the 27 heads of state and government of the European Union on February 12 with the aim of boosting the EU's competitiveness and strengthening the single market amidst increasing global competition.
São Vicente opens new public competition for 15 areas with salaries up to R$ 8,000; check it out
The city of São Vicente has launched a public competition offering 28 job opportunities across 15 different areas, with salaries ranging from R$ 2,314.44 to R$ 8,746.73.
Jabrzyk won in court. The provincial council must present the working conditions of the theater director in Kielce
Jacek Jabrzyk, appointed director of the Jerzy Żeromski Theater in Kielce, won a court case against the provincial council which had previously rejected his appointment after claiming irregularities in the competition process.
Up to 40 times more! Prices for speed camera software licenses significantly "screwed up"
The Competition Council fined Burde B.V. €24,199 for excessively high pricing of speed camera software licenses to the Traffic Safety Directorate from September 2022 to July 2023.
Last days to register for the public competition of CRM-PA; see vacancies and salaries
The registration deadline for the public competition of the Regional Council of Medicine of Pará (CRM-PA) ends this Thursday, with salaries reaching up to R$ 9,000 depending on the position and education level.
Peđa Grbin under lawsuit: Is this how you treat living people?
Sanela Pliško has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Peđa Grbin for dismissing her from the Istrian National Theatre council without justification during an ongoing competition for a new director.
China to probe food delivery platforms under anti-monopoly law
China has initiated an investigation into food delivery platforms to assess market competition and address issues such as excessive subsidies and price wars.