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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The war, no, the Budgets

The PP is focusing on Spain's lack of updated public accounts instead of the conflict in Iran.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Feared Cuts Coming: Pensions, Child Benefits, Education, Cancer Drugs

Experts warn of significant budget cuts and tax increases in Finland to rectify the public finances, which could include pension cuts and changes to child benefits.

Mar 23 • 04:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Construction Projects: Ten Million Euros for a Bridge – Is That Necessary?

Munich is planning a pedestrian and cyclist bridge at Giesinger Berg, but budget constraints are causing officials to consider scaled-back options.

Mar 22 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipalities: On Time and Within Budget: This is How Building Without Scandals Works

A new vocational school in Sigmaringen, Germany, has garnered attention for being both architecturally unique and completed without delays or exceeding its budget.

Mar 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Stalled Budgets: Catalonia Cannot Wait

Catalonia faces delays in crucial infrastructure projects as budget approvals remain stalled, impacting public spending.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Preparing the state budget for 2027

The Lithuanian Ministry of Finance is set to minimally adjust the public finance plan for 2027 after the budget was approved last year.

Mar 21 • 14:35 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Wildfire funding not sufficient in Saskatchewan budget, says fire chief

A Saskatchewan fire chief criticizes the provincial budget for insufficient funding aimed at wildfire prevention despite an increase in overall funding.

Mar 20 • 23:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

New cuts of over 20 million euros threaten Kela

The Finnish Ministry of Finance plans over 20 million euros in cuts to Kela and other organizations, reflecting broader public financial challenges.

Mar 20 • 22:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

IL's information: Kela is threatened by massive savings

The Finnish Ministry of Finance has proposed significant budget cuts affecting Kela and other public institutions, raising concerns about potential layoffs.

Mar 20 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice condemns retired judge and others involved in scheme with precatórios in Campo Grande

A retired judge and several others were sentenced for participating in a scheme that defrauded the public budget of Campo Grande, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 14:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Investment for Show: Germany Patches Budget Gaps with Trillion-Euro Fund

Germany is using a trillion-euro fund to address significant budgetary gaps, aiming to offset economic downturns and maintain public spending.

Mar 20 • 12:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Media: Laid-off LVM board members quickly take up well-paid positions in the company without competition

The Latvian government has prioritized cost reduction and budget contributions from state-owned companies, leading to layoffs at Latvijas valsts meži (LVM) while former board members are appointed to new managerial positions without public competition.

Mar 19 • 13:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Budgets for Catalonia

The Catalan government's budget proposal was withdrawn due to a lack of parliamentary support, primarily caused by disagreements with Esquerra Republicana de Cataluña (ERC).

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government will guarantee the salary increase of teachers and 'mossos' despite not having Budgets

The Catalan Government plans to ensure salary increases for teachers and police despite the absence of an official budget.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Concern at SVT Ahead of Major Savings: 'How the Hell is This Going to Work?'

SVT faces a pressing budget deficit of 355 million kronor due to increased costs, primarily stemming from the recent departure of TV4, leading to criticism of the government for not providing clarity on the unexpected expenses.

Mar 18 • 16:08 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vilnius has approved an integration plan for foreigners, allocating 4 million euros for its implementation

Vilnius has approved a plan to integrate foreign residents with a budget of 4 million euros, highlighting the city's growing foreign population.

Mar 18 • 15:04 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatchewan to table deficit budget, but Moe promises protection of public services

Saskatchewan’s government is preparing to introduce a deficit budget while ensuring the protection of public services according to Premier Scott Moe.

Mar 18 • 13:14 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Estonia will allocate 300 thousand euros for a campaign aimed at reducing financial fraud cases

Estonia's Ministry of Finance is initiating a campaign with a budget of 300,000 euros to raise awareness about financial fraud among its citizens.

Mar 18 • 12:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘River Excavation’ Resumed in Daejeon, Environmental Groups Say 'Budget Waste and Ecosystem Destruction'

Environmental groups in Daejeon protest the city's resumption of river dredging, claiming it is a waste of public funds and detrimental to the ecosystem.

Mar 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New bus station in Sorocaba will cost R$ 13 million more than expected: 'Technical adjustments', says city hall

The construction of Sorocaba's new bus station has exceeded its budget by R$ 13 million, now totaling nearly R$ 70 million due to necessary technical adjustments and a delayed completion date.

Mar 18 • 10:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A massive coup is brewing behind the scenes - now a blow has been dealt to the intimidation

A Finnish MP accuses a fellow politician of scaring the public regarding EU budget conditions.

Mar 18 • 08:44 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Value of delayed, over-budget myki upgrade questioned by watchdog

Victoria's financial watchdog is raising concerns about the myki public transport ticketing system upgrade due to significant budget overruns and delays.

Mar 18 • 03:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

This Year, Tomašević Throws Money into KONTEJNER: See How Much This Association Will Receive in 2026

The KONTEJNER association is set to receive 166,000 euros in 2026 from the Zagreb budget as part of regular public funding for cultural needs.

Mar 17 • 08:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Budget Council Compared 1,500 Different Consolidations, Kamenický's Is Among the Weaker Ones

The Budget Council of Slovakia assessed various methods for consolidating public finances, finding that the current government's approach is largely ineffective and could necessitate further measures in the future.

Mar 16 • 17:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Unnecessary Expenses and Burden – Criticism Against the Idea of Purchasing Passenger Counting Equipment

There is significant opposition from both passengers and drivers in Latvia against the proposed purchase of passenger counting devices for regional transport routes, seen as wasteful and unnecessary.

Mar 16 • 14:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi's Cautious Stance on Female Emperors and Optional Separate Surnames

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed caution regarding the establishment of a female emperor and optional separate surnames during a recent budget committee meeting.

Mar 16 • 11:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Live at 13:15: Special Committee of the Riigikogu on the State Budget Situation

The Estonian Riigikogu's special committee convenes to discuss issues related to the 2024 state budget and its execution at a public session.

Mar 16 • 08:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What should the central government and local governments do to safeguard the mental health of citizens?

Ecuador's citizens advocate for the establishment of mental health centers and improvements in existing medical facilities to enhance psychological support services.

Mar 15 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Delphine Ernotte announces a reduction of 15 million euros in public funding for France Télévisions

Delphine Ernotte, president of France Télévisions, announced a 15 million euro cut in public funding in a letter to the Prime Minister, detailing a revised budget for 2026 that includes cost-saving measures mandated by the government.

Mar 14 • 21:27 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Standard and Poor's rating agency raises the outlook of Guinea's sovereign rating

Standard and Poor's has upgraded Guinea's sovereign rating outlook from stable to positive, citing improvements in budget deficit management and rising public revenues.

Mar 14 • 20:49 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Proposed Budget Rises to 62.3tr/-, Targets Stronger Economy

Tanzania's government has proposed a budget of 62.33 trillion TZS for the 2026/27 financial year, reflecting a 10.3% increase aimed at strengthening the economy.

Mar 13 • 05:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia increases aid to enroll vulnerable students in private schools, but not in public schools

Catalonia has increased financial aid for vulnerable students in concerted (private) schools but refuses to extend similar support to public schools due to budget constraints.

Mar 12 • 07:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bogusław Chrabota: What is in the 'Polish SAFE 0 percent' law?

The article discusses the new law establishing a fund linked to Poland's National Bank, which alters the financial responsibilities and profit allocations of the National Bank, potentially separating them from the state budget.

Mar 12 • 03:39 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Heritage 'paying the price' as Nova Scotia budget shuts down 12 museums

Nova Scotia's budget cuts lead to the closure of 12 museums, igniting public outrage over the loss of cultural heritage.

Mar 11 • 20:52 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

LIVE at 8:30: Riigikogu committees discuss matters related to the Auvere oil plant

The Riigikogu's Special Committee on State Budget Control and the Anti-Corruption Committee are set to discuss the status and depreciation of the Auvere oil plant in a public meeting.

Mar 11 • 05:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government's Options to Fulfill Salary Increases if There Are No Budgets

The Catalan government is navigating the challenge of honoring salary increases for teachers and police without an approved budget, relying on a budget extension for fiscal stability.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves bill that creates 17,000 positions in the federal executive; impact on the 2026 budget is billion-dollar

The Brazilian Senate has approved a bill creating 17,000 positions in the federal executive, significantly impacting the 2026 budget by over R$ 5 billion.

Mar 11 • 01:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves salary increase for public servants and restructuring of careers with an impact of up to R$ 5.3 billion

The Brazilian Senate approved a series of laws providing salary increases for public servants and restructuring of federal careers, with an estimated budget impact of up to R$ 5.3 billion this year.

Mar 10 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With project and budget to be completed, the state decree formalizes land for the Metropolitan Hospital in Campinas

A state decree formalizes the donation of land for the new Metropolitan Hospital in Campinas, with construction plans expected to be published soon.

Mar 10 • 20:15 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Latest B.C. budget most unpopular since Gordon Campbell’s 2010 budget: poll

A new poll indicates that British Columbia's latest budget is the most unpopular since 2010, affecting Premier David Eby's government negatively.

Mar 10 • 01:21 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Voting: Swiss grant their cash constitutional protection

Swiss citizens have voted to enshrine cash availability in their constitution, while rejecting a proposed cut to the broadcasting budget and a climate fund.

Mar 8 • 13:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mr. Cutter or the Budget Director says that there is no money to keep rural roads paved

Finland's budget director, Mika Niemelä, emphasizes the impossibility of maintaining paved rural roads amidst rapid state debt and ongoing public expenditure cuts.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

New Security Situation - Police Demand Extra Billions

Sweden's police are requesting significant budget increases over the coming years to enhance their operational capabilities, including more personnel and equipment.

Mar 7 • 06:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Security PEC shields budget of the sector fund, says director

The approved Public Security PEC in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies ensures the national fund for public security receives increased, protected resources.

Mar 6 • 17:11 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Senegal will abolish 19 public agencies and aims for 83.8 million euros in savings over three years

Senegal plans to eliminate 19 public agencies in an effort to save 83.8 million euros amidst a significant budget deficit.

Mar 6 • 09:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The End of Myths about the VAT Gap. The Government Will Not Gain Billions

The article discusses the limitations and misconceptions surrounding the VAT gap in Poland and its impact on the state budget.

Mar 5 • 03:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tender of R$ 130 million: government launches new bidding for the construction of BRT terminals in Cuiabá

The Brazilian government has announced a new bidding process for the construction of BRT terminals in Cuiabá, increasing the budget from R$ 111 million to R$ 130 million.

Mar 4 • 21:01 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Moscow City Government Plans Major Layoffs Amid Budget Strain

Moscow's city government will reduce its workforce by 15% due to budget shortfalls, as announced by Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.

Mar 4 • 15:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DPE requests immediate blocking of R$ 2.3 million and accountability of Belém's mayor for failing to reopen popular restaurant by deadlines

The Public Defender's Office of Pará has requested the immediate blocking of R$ 2.3 million from Belém's budget and the accountability of Mayor Igor Normando for failing to reopen a popular restaurant on time.

Mar 4 • 15:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Brandenburg: SPD and CDU plan drastic savings measures

The SPD and CDU in Brandenburg are planning significant budget cuts in response to public dissatisfaction and economic challenges following the collapse of their unique coalition.

Mar 4 • 14:22 UTC

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