New central municipalities? The government plans consolidations in rural areas
The government of Czechia is planning to consolidate rural municipalities as part of a new initiative.
Ministry of Gender Equality and Family Integrates Reporting and Support Channels for Digital Sex Crimes
The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family in South Korea has announced the consolidation of multiple reporting channels for victims of digital sex crimes into a single platform to enhance support and accessibility.
The Budget Council warns that new European rules will allow Fico's government high deficits without consolidation
Slovakia may meet European budgetary rules even with a deficit of 6% in an election year, raising concerns over fiscal responsibility under new rules.
The consolidation that changes shape
Mexico's fiscal discussion is entering a new phase with a focus on consolidation to reduce deficits and stabilize debt, amidst rising investments in infrastructure.
Chart of the Day: Slovakia Faces Years of Slowest Growth in History
Slovakia is expected to experience the slowest economic growth in its recent history due to government consolidation and unfavorable global developments.
A milestone in the consolidation of the city's autonomy
The Argentine Senate has taken a significant step by granting preliminary approval for the transfer of labor justice to Buenos Aires, marking a crucial moment for the city's autonomy.
We Have Reached the Edge of Taxation of Work and Companies, Says Novysedlák from the Budgetary Council
Viktor Novysedlák argues that the Slovak government should reconsider its consolidation measures to foster economic growth and warns that the current taxation levels are nearing unsustainable limits.
MP Bajo Holečková: When scandals and consolidation unite, it can also affect the voters of the government
MP Martina Bajo Holočková discusses how regional scandals impact voters and the recent parliamentary conditions for mothers with small children.
Hendrik Johannes Terras: People are still waiting for the state to provide a door with opening hours... This is no longer reality
In an opinion piece, Hendrik Johannes Terras discusses the importance of access to services in rural areas, suggesting the consolidation of post offices and libraries in a single location as a solution.
Ähtäri must begin investigating municipal mergers - work starts immediately
Ähtäri has been mandated to start an investigation for a potential municipal merger following a government evaluation procedure, focusing on either voluntary or forced consolidation.
Graph of the Day: Deficit remains extraordinarily high despite consolidation. The government is unsuccessfully restoring it.
Despite attempts at budget consolidation, the government has failed to meet its financial targets, resulting in a deficit of 5% of GDP in the previous year.
Economic news filter: Car production is still in full swing, but that may not hold true in a few years
The article discusses ongoing car production despite impending economic changes and rising taxes, highlighting a significant reduction in public holidays for workers due to government consolidation efforts.
Slovakia awaits 236 days without holidays. Some fell on weekends, others were canceled by the government
In 2026, workers in Slovakia will face 236 consecutive days without holidays to shorten their workweek due to government consolidation measures that canceled certain days off.
Economic News Filter: Industry Will Be a Prime Ministerial Theme, but People in Factories are Quietly Declining
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico plans to visit a factory in Žiar nad Hronom as the government aims to revitalize production amid ongoing struggles with public finance consolidation and rising energy costs.
Company News Filter: The Government Wants Back Money from the Slayády, but Seller Laca Likely Won't Lose Anything
The Slovak government is struggling with public finance consolidation while failing to effectively cut deficits and lower tax revenue, despite a paradoxical rise in domestic arms exports.
Consolidation package increases minimum tax for companies and tightens revenue records
The government has raised taxes for not only entrepreneurs and employees but also companies, tightening the rules regarding VAT deductions for company cars and expanding mandatory revenue records to additional businesses.
Economic News Filter: After Experiences with Fico, We Know What to Expect in Election Year
The article discusses Slovakia's precarious economic situation as it enters an election year, highlighting the government's ineffective consolidation efforts and the impact of international events on the nation.
Graf of Martin Šustr: Even after three consolidation packages, the deficit may be higher than at the beginning of the government
The article discusses how despite three major consolidation packages reducing the deficit by 3.8% of GDP, the government may still face a higher deficit in 2028 due to temporary measures and increasing defense spending.
Entrepreneurs will pay more, the unemployed will receive less, social benefits will increase: See what awaits you in 2026
Significant changes in social contributions and benefits are expected from January 1, 2026, impacting entrepreneurs and employees in Slovakia due to a government consolidation package.
Newsfilter: Kaliňák knows how to enjoy himself even during consolidation
Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák justified spending 13 million euros on furnishing a newly renovated government building, claiming savings from military purchases and renovations allow for such expenditures during a period of consolidation.
Economic News Filter: Consolidation Based on Increased VAT Failed
A recent report from the NBS indicates that the government's consolidation measures, including an increase in the VAT rate, were ineffective due to rising tax evasion despite some positive economic trends in 2025.