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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Require the Central Electoral Commission to Create Electronic Signature Collection Forms for Citizens

A member of the Lithuanian Parliament proposed amendments to create electronic signature collection forms for elections, enabling better management and visibility of the collection process for political entities.

Mar 1 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Despite the slogan 6x1, the government's priority is reducing working hours to 40, says minister

Brazil's Minister of Labor, Luiz Marinho, emphasizes the government's shift from the 6x1 work schedule to a proposal for reducing the standard workweek from 44 to 40 hours.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The ministry paid nearly 30,000 euros for an expert opinion - this is how the department head commented

The Finnish ministry has faced scrutiny for paying exorbitant fees for expert opinions related to alcohol legislation, raising concerns within the social and health committee.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

New legal action planned over proposal to house 540 asylum seekers in town

Campaigners in Crowborough, UK, are set to challenge the government's decision to house 540 asylum seekers at a military training center in their town.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

High-speed rail is an Australian political punchline. After 50 years, will Laborโ€™s newest proposal finally leave the station?

The Australian government has announced plans to construct a high-speed rail line from Sydney to Newcastle, aiming to transform travel and contribute to emissions reduction by 2050.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Norske Skog rises over 20 percent on the Oslo Stock Exchange

Norske Skog shares have surged over 20% on the Oslo Stock Exchange following the government's proposal to purchase assets from the company for nearly a billion kroner.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Extend agricultural product agreements for a year

This article discusses the proposal to extend agricultural product agreements in Iceland for another year.

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Starting today, the Budget Committee will hold debates on zero consumption tax on food products and security

The Japanese Budget Committee will begin discussions on the government's budget proposal, focusing on issues like zero consumption tax on food and security measures.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The governmentโ€™s taxi reform has arrived at the parliament for consideration

The Finnish government has presented a proposal to the parliament to amend taxi regulations, aiming to improve driver qualifications and enhance monitoring.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Political commentator notes Mette Frederiksen's special companion

A political commentator highlights the skepticism surrounding the government's proposal for food checks, which is currently being expedited through the Danish Parliament.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Now the food check is being fast-tracked in the Folketing โ€“ follow along here

The Danish government's food check proposal is set for expedited consideration in Parliament amidst skepticism from various parties.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Political commentator takes a bite out of Mette Frederiksen's special companion

Food checks have been met with skepticism from various quarters as the government's proposal is set for urgent processing in the Parliament.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen calls for parliamentary elections โ€“ Elisabet Svane sees a clear reason for the timing

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced the calling of parliamentary elections amid skepticism surrounding the government's food check proposal, leading to an expedited review in the Folketing.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Minister promises a discussion regarding the proposal to limit the participation of other media representatives in creating LRT content

Lithuania's Minister has announced plans for discussions over a proposal that would restrict other media representatives from participating in the creation of content for the Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT).

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Charis Doukas: Open Window for Coalition Government if My Proposal is Not Voted

Charis Doukas emphasized the importance of his proposal at the PASOK conference, concerning non-cooperation with New Democracy, while highlighting traffic-reducing urban projects.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Charis Doukas: Open window for coalition government if my proposal is not voted

Charis Doukas discusses important urban infrastructure projects and internal party dynamics ahead of the Pasok conference regarding cooperation with New Democracy.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

USU: Loan repayment periods for mortgages are set to increase โ€“ experts completely dismiss the idea

Finnish financial regulators criticize a government proposal to extend mortgage repayment periods to 35 years, warning of increased household debt risks.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ford government supportive of Niagara amalgamation, hoping for local plan

Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed that any proposal for amalgamating local councils in the Niagara Region must originate locally and gain substantial support from local authorities.

Feb 25 โ€ข 20:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Russia admits it has found it 'difficult' to send oil to Cuba: 'The proposal is still being studied'

The Russian government has acknowledged difficulties in supplying fuel to Cuba, which is facing an energy crisis due to a U.S. embargo, as discussions between Russian and Cuban officials continue.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Last-minute demand from the trade union movement to the government โ€“ The draft law must be withdrawn

Trade union confederations in Finland demand the withdrawal of a government proposal regarding the conditions of fixed-term employment contracts, citing inadequate preparation and problematic interpretations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Council on Legislation criticizes proposal for the detention of children

The Swedish government faces backlash over its proposal to extend the detention period for children from three to five months, which is criticized by the Council on Legislation for conflicting with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Sweden intends to increase the number of deportations of convicted immigrants

Sweden's government plans to significantly increase the deportation of convicted foreign criminals, aiming for around 3,000 deportations annually through a new legislative proposal.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Sutt promised to submit a million-euro wind farm support to the government

Estonian Energy and Environment Minister Andres Sutt announced plans to present a proposal to the government in March for granting at least one million euros in support for local governments engaged in wind farm planning.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The government agrees that a separate team of specialists should provide mental health services to minors

The Lithuanian government has approved a proposal to establish a dedicated team of specialists to provide mental health services for children and adolescents with mental and behavioral disorders.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The government ensures at the last minute that deported foreigners do not receive food vouchers

The Danish government is amending a food voucher proposal to prevent deported immigrants from receiving these benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Strict government on vehicle mileage! CAFE-3 proposal sent to PMO

The Indian government is intensifying regulations on vehicle mileage and carbon emissions by proposing the CAFE-3 (Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency) to the Prime Minister's Office for approval.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Restaurant Industry Opposes Zero Consumption Tax on Food, Government to Consider for 'Two Years'

Japan's restaurant industry opposes the government's proposal to implement a zero consumption tax on food for two years, arguing it could harm their business by driving customers to grocery stores.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government fears losing control over the end of the 6x1 work schedule after Motta embraces the proposal

The Brazilian government is concerned about losing control over a proposal to end the 6x1 work schedule after House Speaker Hugo Motta adopted an alternative legislative text that cannot be vetoed by the president.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

DF Government Limits Credit Operations to R$ 6.6 Billion and Reduces Properties in Project to Assist BRB

The District Federal government has introduced a modified bill to assist the Bank of Brasรญlia, capping credit operations at R$ 6.6 billion and reducing the number of properties involved in the proposal.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Prime Minister's Office: Preparation of the Eastern Finland Special Economic Zone is in the final stages, proposal soon for political consideration

The preparation of the Eastern Finland Special Economic Zone is nearing completion, but doubts have arisen about governmental commitment due to recent statements from the finance minister.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government of the DF will replace the project that offers 12 public properties as collateral for a loan from BRB

The government of the Federal District is set to present a revised bill that offers 12 public properties as collateral for a loan from the Bank of Brasรญlia, excluding certain areas of a natural park from the proposal.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Emergency plan for new prisons 'democratic deviation'

The Swedish government's proposal to rapidly increase prison capacity is criticized by the Legal Council for bypassing democratic processes.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Zagreb against the Government: Constitutional lawsuit in the Assembly regarding the welcome for handball players

The City Assembly of Zagreb is discussing a proposal to file a constitutional lawsuit against the Croatian government over the organization of a welcome event for handball players.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

"A Bit Cowardly": Government Rejects Shortcut to Test Controversial Expulsion Plan

The Danish government has dismissed a proposal that would have allowed a quicker assessment of a contentious expulsion plan tied to stricter immigration rules.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

BRB Loan: DF Chamber Halts Government's Intent and Will Only Discuss the Text on Tuesday

The DF Chamber plans to only discuss the proposal on Tuesday, halting the government's expectation for a swift vote on the BRB loan agreement.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

ACM Neto's ally will be the rapporteur of PEC 6x1 in the Chamber's commission

Deputy Paulo Azi has been appointed as the rapporteur for the PEC 6x1, a proposal that aims to abolish the 6x1 work schedule, a key initiative for President Lula's government.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

S criticizes proposal for stricter requirements for benefits

The Social Democrats criticize a proposal by the government and the Sweden Democrats that would require immigrants to live in Sweden for five years before receiving certain social benefits.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The Judiciary Association has several points of criticism regarding the government's expulsion tightening

The Danish Judiciary Association has raised concerns about the government's proposal to tighten expulsion rules for criminals due to issues of clarity and interpretative doubt.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Govern of Salvador Illa will approve the Budget project this Friday to pressure ERC, which maintains its rejection: "Less self-help messages and more national ambition"

The Catalan government, led by Salvador Illa, plans to approve a budget proposal despite lacking essential support from ERC, which has rejected negotiations over tax concessions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

President Pavel will not veto the budget proposal for this year

Czech President Pavel has decided not to veto the proposed budget for the current year.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Martin Lewis ambushes Badenoch on Good Morning Britain over student loans plan

Kemi Badenoch was unexpectedly challenged live on air by finance expert Martin Lewis regarding the government's student loan interest rate cut proposal.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Council on Legislation Scorns the Citizenship Proposal

Sweden's government is facing criticism from the Council on Legislation for its proposal to tighten citizenship requirements, impacting both future applicants and those whose applications are currently pending.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is this really the end of mCitizen? The Deputy Minister of Digitalization explains

The Polish government's proposal to amend the digital identification law raises concerns over the future of the mCitizen app, indicating a need for a new identity portfolio system compliant with EU regulations.

Feb 23 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu's Election Year: Government Policy Halted by Trump, Europe, and American Jewry

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took an unusual step by canceling a government committee meeting that was set to discuss a controversial proposal regarding the sanctity of holy sites for Judaism.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Government dismisses call to criminalise aiding return of IS-linked women

The Australian government rejects a proposal to criminalise assistance for IS-linked families returning home, deeming it a mere publicity stunt.

Feb 22 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Centralized Procurement Status Granted to National Defense System Institutions

The Lithuanian government has approved a proposal from the Ministry of National Defense to grant centralized procurement status to specific defense institutions.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Inside the Mobile Phones of Spanish Adolescents: Between Social Media, Video Games, and Influencers

A report explores how Spanish teenagers use their phones amid a government proposal to ban social media for users under 16.

Feb 22 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

"Brazen game" โ€“ Shock over the actions of the National Coalition minister: The government's proposal is a "ticking bomb"

Opposition representatives from the Finnish Parliament's social and health committee are demanding additional proposals for the alcohol law due to concerns over the current government's proposal.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

In Argentina, deputies approve labor reform proposed by Javier Milei's government

The Argentine Chamber of Deputies has approved a labor reform proposal from President Javier Milei, which promises significant changes to the country's labor laws amid protests from labor unions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

UN advocates for 'human control' of AI; US rejects

The UN promotes a new committee for 'human control' over artificial intelligence, a proposal rejected by the US government.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:49 UTC

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