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Most penalties imposed on municipalities by the Data State Inspectorate regarding a significant data leak have now come into effect.

Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk supports the recently passed reform of the National Labor Inspectorate, highlighting its role in addressing real labor market issues.

Lithuania's language inspectorate chief, Audrius Valotka, is called to explain his recent statements endorsing the use of derogatory terms towards Black and Roma communities.

Last year, the Data State Inspectorate (DVI) in Latvia received 1,034 complaints regarding breaches of personal data processing, highlighting issues such as unjustified access to e-health data and illegal employee surveillance.

The State Tax Inspectorate in Lithuania will change its approach to collecting unpaid fines from residents and businesses, only involving bailiffs in cases where direct collection from bank accounts fails.

The Lithuanian tax authority explains discrepancies in income tax refunds, highlighting that individual circumstances dictate whether a taxpayer receives money back or has to pay additional taxes.

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) is starting to refund excess individual income taxes to residents’ designated bank accounts, urging taxpayers to verify their declarations.

The Order of Physicians in France is criticized for unjustified expenses and luxury purchases based on a report from the General Inspectorate of Finances.

Lithuania's Tax Inspectorate will be the central body for administering state fines and taxes, enhancing accountability and transparency for taxpayers.

Medians, a self-proclaimed specialist accused of sexual harassment, was arrested following several reports of inappropriate conduct during consultations with patients.

Latvian officials are investigating compliance with labor laws concerning the employment of foreign nationals, citing many reports of violations including low wages and excessively long working hours.

The dismissal of Civil Police delegate Monah Zein in Minas Gerais was officially published after disciplinary transgressions were identified.

The Polish government is finalizing a reform of the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP), aimed at enhancing job security and stability in employment, which has drawn mixed reactions from the business sector.

The Polish government has granted the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) new powers, sparking debate on their implications for businesses.

The article discusses ongoing reforms of the National Labor Inspectorate in Poland, focusing on new competencies, legislative goals, and controversial amendments.

The Mato Grosso Justice's General Inspectorate is probing a potential human error in the release of a 23-year-old inmate, who is now suspected of killing his underage sister shortly after his release.

The mayor of Vilnius, Valdas Benkunskas, is seeking clarification from the State Territorial Planning and Construction Inspectorate regarding the stalled demolition of a controversial building in the city, originally authorized by the court over 1100 days ago.

Parents and cultural personalities from Ostrava are advocating for the preservation of a local art school, and the situation has escalated to involve state authorities and an inspectorate.

The Polish Sejm has passed a reform of the National Labour Inspectorate aimed at strengthening its role regarding civil law contracts and B2B agreements.

The Argentine government has officially appointed Alejandro Ramírez as the new head of the General Inspectorate of Justice (IGJ) following the resignation of Daniel Roque Vítolo.

The article discusses the need for reforms in Poland's labor laws to combat illegal employment through seemingly legitimate civil contracts, highlighting the ineffectiveness of current tools and introducing a new administrative institution for converting these contracts into employment agreements.

The Latvian state enterprise 'European Railway Lines,' responsible for the 'Rail Baltica' project, has seen twelve changes in leadership and received multiple complaints from employees.

Spain's labor inspectorate has fined companies a total of 580,000 euros for abusing trial periods in employment contracts.

Ryszard Petru criticizes a proposed reform of the National Labor Inspectorate in Poland, arguing it could unfairly disadvantage businesses and lead to electoral losses.

The Lithuanian government aims to enhance a law concerning the labeling of electronic cigarette liquids with tax banderoles, proposing the State Tax Inspectorate to oversee the labeling process.

The Data State Inspectorate emphasizes the importance of adhering to data protection regulations when using smart glasses for filming or photography.

Experts believe that significant price increases for electricity network fees will continue into next year, driven by unused funds of 30 billion kronor that network companies can charge customers.

The article discusses Alejandro Ramírez's appointment as the new head of Argentina's General Inspectorate of Justice and his contentious relationship with the AFA and the Kirchnerist faction.

The Estonian labour inspectorate has launched oversight proceedings at Võhma School following legal compliance issues identified by the audit committee of the Northern-Sakala municipal council.

The State Labour Inspectorate stated that no investigation will take place regarding the dismissal of an ethics teacher in Alytus, as there was no basis for an inquiry after the employee had already been dismissed.

The Social Democrats propose that Sweden's Security Service and the School Inspectorate should be able to examine and potentially close preschools linked to extremism.

The State Labour Inspectorate (VDI) has received two complaints regarding potential labor rights violations at the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (LBTU).

The article discusses a significant police operation in Slovakia that led to the arrest of several individuals, including prominent police officers Ján Čurilla and prosecutor Michal Šúrek, amid claims of political motivations behind the arrests.

The Health Inspectorate of Latvia warns residents in flood-affected areas to be vigilant about the quality of drinking water during and after the floods.

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) is hosting an online event on March 5 to present its 2025 operational results and future plans, discussing changes aimed at simplifying tax administration for citizens.

The article discusses a reform related to the National Labor Inspectorate in Poland, emphasizing the MSP Commissioner's perspective.

The General Inspectorate of Justice is urging the appointment of observers within the Argentine Football Association amidst ongoing corruption investigations, but the Justice Ministry has yet to act on this request.

The teachers' union in Latvia has raised concerns about violations in the employment and responsibilities of kindergarten aides, indicating that many perform pedagogical duties alone, which contravenes existing regulations.

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.

The Latvian State Labor Inspectorate announced that it will not investigate the explosion incident in Daugavpils' Dubrovina park due to the victim not experiencing any incapacity to work.

The State Labor Inspectorate will not conduct an investigation into a workplace incident at the Dubrovina Park in Daugavpils following an explosion, as the injured individual did not experience incapacity for work.

Many Lithuanians experienced technical difficulties while attempting to declare their income electronically to the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI), leading to frustration and inquiries about system failures.

Over 50 firearms have vanished from the Itapecerica da Serra police station in Greater São Paulo, leading to an investigation by the Civil Police Inspectorate.

Lithuanian construction inspectors reported no violations regarding the fence around the president's residence, stating it was not illegally installed on public land.

A report indicates that 39 group homes for children and youth in Sweden have been shut down due to serious deficiencies, as identified by the Swedish Health and Social Care Inspectorate.

Construction inspectors have arrived at the residence of Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda to inspect a fence that is being partially demolished before their visit.

The Data Protection Inspectorate has pointed out the shortcomings in the construction register to the Ministry of Climate, emphasizing the need for restricted access to certain information.

A midwife in Skåne is facing criticism for inadequately informing patients about the risks associated with home births.

The Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate highlighted issues with the building register's data access two years ago, emphasizing the potential risk of sensitive information being public.

There are allegations that part of the fence on President G. Nausėda's property was demolished before inspectors arrived to assess the situation after a complaint was filed last year.