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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The office of the Commander of the Border Police was renovated at a cost of more than two million shekels

The office of the Border Police commander, Riki Yitzhak, underwent renovations costing over two million shekels, involving significant upgrades and additional work on adjacent rooms.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why Argentina is the most heavily taxed country in the world

The article discusses Argentina's extremely high tax burden and the responsibility of judges in addressing abuses of political power associated with this issue.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand what 'penduricalhos' are and what is at stake in the STF trial

The recent suspension of 'penduricalhos' by Brazilian Supreme Court ministers has reignited debates over constitutional spending ceilings.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government investments in actions related to the impacts of the rains have decreased by more than 95% in the last 3 years

The government of Minas Gerais has drastically reduced its investments aimed at mitigating the impacts of flooding and heavy rains, raising concerns about public safety in municipalities like Juiz de Fora.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Public spending on housing declines for the first time since the pandemic

Public spending on housing in Spain has decreased for the first time since the pandemic, with expenditures reaching 7.613 billion euros in 2024, 200 million euros less than in 2023.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Electoral Reform in Mexico: What are Sheinbaum's Non-Negotiable Points?

President Claudia Sheinbaum emphasizes her commitment to presenting an electoral reform that addresses public demands, with non-negotiable pillars despite some party disagreements.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Canadian support for defence spending reaches a 30-year high: Poll

Public support for increased defence spending in Canada has surged to its highest level in 30 years, reaching 75% according to a recent poll, largely due to security concerns.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Canadian support for defence spending reaches a 30-year high: Poll

A recent poll indicates that Canadian support for defense spending has surged to a 30-year high due to concerns about national security and sovereignty.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

New Economic Plan: Defense Billions Drain Government's Room for Maneuver and Leave Fewer Funds for Welfare

Denmark's government faces a challenging balance between rising defense spending and the need for public welfare funding, as outlined in their new economic plan toward 2035.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

OPEKEPE: Joint report by SYRIZA and the New Left - They demand a preliminary inquiry for Voridis and Avgenakis

SYRIZA and New Left legislators have called for a preliminary investigation into two government officials due to allegations of a significant public spending scandal involving the European Union's agricultural funding.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The Fourth Year of War: From the Revival of the Defense Industry to Labor Market Mysteries โ€“ What Worries the Most

The article discusses the increasing defense spending in the Baltic States amid ongoing war pressures and its implications on the economy and society.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Teresa Siudem: Public Money Disbursement Transparency

The Central Register of Contracts in Poland will be launched to transparently record public spending agreements, obligating public sector units to register all contracts regardless of their value.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman to receive R$ 45,000 in compensation from the State for spending 60 days with exposed bone in a public hospital

A woman will receive R$ 45,000 in compensation after spending 60 days in a public hospital with an improperly healed exposed fracture due to inadequate medical care.

Feb 23 โ€ข 22:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Former Prince Andrew charged taxpayers for massages while splurging on lavish trips as trade envoy: report

Former Prince Andrew reportedly charged taxpayers for massages during his tenure as the U.K.'s trade envoy, alongside extravagant spending, according to former civil servants.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The reform on sustainability and expenditure efficiency for municipalities and prefectures is in effect

A new reform to the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization in Ecuador has been enacted to promote sustainability and efficiency in autonomous government spending.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN is the 2nd most indebted state in the country and exceeds personnel spending limit, says Ministry of Finance

Rio Grande do Norte has become the second-most indebted state in Brazil, surpassing the legal limit for personnel expenditures.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

At the Tsipras Institute, our priority is the transition from passive publication to dynamic governance

The Tsipras Institute emphasizes the need for a comprehensive digital platform to enhance transparency and proactive monitoring of public spending in Greece.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Authorities of Pichincha reject approval of Efficiency of Spending Law in GAD: 'Social service and care programs will continue to function'

Authorities in Pichincha, Ecuador, have voiced strong opposition to the recently passed Efficiency of Spending Law that mandates financial allocations for local governments.

Feb 21 โ€ข 20:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In Tungurahua, authorities see the approval of the efficiency spending law in GAD as positive

Ecuador's National Assembly approved a law to enhance spending efficiency for decentralized governments, prioritizing investment in essential public services.

Feb 21 โ€ข 18:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

President Daniel Noboa Sends Law for Spending Efficiency in GADs to Official Registry

President Daniel Noboa has submitted a new law aimed at enhancing spending efficiency for decentralized autonomous governments in Ecuador, which mandates a significant allocation of their budgets to essential public services.

Feb 21 โ€ข 18:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Threats from Russia and radicalism are worse than public realizes, Defence chair warns

Labour MP Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi emphasizes that the UK is underprepared for escalating threats from Russia and domestic radicalism, calling for increased defense spending and highlighting job risks in the sector.

Feb 21 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Donโ€™t be fooled by recent good news, the UK economy is still in a precarious state

The article discusses the conflicting perspectives among Labour MPs regarding public spending and the UK economy's recovery amidst financial caution.

Feb 21 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

After salary increase approval, Chamber adjusts cabinet fund and parliamentary quota value

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has announced an adjustment in the cabinet funds and parliamentary quotas following the recent approval of salary increases for its staff.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Correรญsmo announces lawsuit for unconstitutionality against the Efficiency of Spending Law in the Decentralized Autonomous Governments

The Revoluciรณn Ciudadana party in Ecuador has announced a lawsuit for unconstitutionality against a newly approved spending efficiency law, claiming it was passed without proper citizen participation.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

How the assembly members voted on the urgent law regarding the efficiency of GAD spending

The National Assembly of Ecuador approved a law aimed at improving the efficiency of spending by decentralized autonomous governments.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Correction: CGU report on the reconstruction of the bridge between TO and MA

G1 corrects a previous report regarding the CGU's findings on the reconstruction of the JK bridge, clarifying that it indicated a risk of overpricing rather than confirmed overpricing.

Feb 20 โ€ข 18:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Brighter UK economy gives Reeves a springboard for March statement

The UK's economy shows signs of robust recovery, bolstered by record public finances, increased retail spending, and growing business activity, boosting optimism ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves's spring statement.

Feb 20 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Two men are freed after spending two days in captivity on a farm in Bahia

Two men were rescued after two days in captivity on a farm in Bahia, Brazil, following their abduction during a trip to visit family.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Czech Attitude Towards the Army and Defense Spending is Changing

Czechia is experiencing a shift in public perception regarding its military and defense expenditures.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Danish economy grew by 2.9 percent last year

The Danish economy experienced a growth of 2.9% last year, according to new GDP figures released by Statistics Denmark.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dino prohibits Congress from approving new laws to ensure payment of 'additional benefits' outside the spending cap

Minister Flรกvio Dino has banned Congress from passing new laws that would allow payment of illegal 'additional benefits' beyond the public service spending cap.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Question, Public Account 2024 of the IMSS

The latest report on the Public Account 2024 reveals significant pending clarifications in government spending, raising concerns about accountability in federal and subnational expenditures.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Andalusian Junta backs the controversial contract with Josรฉ Manuel Soto to promote El Rocรญo

The Andalusian government has defended its controversial contract with singer Josรฉ Manuel Soto, despite warnings from the Advisory Council about its legality.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Brandon Johnson limited overtime spending for the Chicago police and created a new oversight framework

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order limiting police overtime spending in efforts to manage the city's budget while ensuring public safety.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

ASF and Sedena sign inter-institutional collaboration agreement to strengthen oversight

The Auditor General of the Federation and the Secretary of National Defense in Mexico have signed an agreement to enhance inter-institutional coordination and improve public spending oversight.

Feb 18 โ€ข 21:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The farewell gift cost 400,000 kroner. Now it has been withdrawn.

A 400,000 kroner stone head of a historical figure initially given as a farewell gift has been withdrawn by the National Library of Norway following criticism.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The cost of snow removal on state roads amounted to 1.17 million euros

The cost for clearing snow from state roads in Latvia on February 13 and 14 totaled 1.17 million euros, as reported by the State Joint Stock Company 'Latvijas valsts ceฤผi' (LVC).

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Exceptions to the fiscal framework for funding the public machine grow and threaten budget control

Exceptions to Brazil's fiscal framework have increased due to a recent Supreme Court ruling, putting pressure on public expenditure control.

Feb 18 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Senate Panel Kicks As Tribunal Spends N16m On Office Fumigation

The Senate Committee on Capital Market in Nigeria has questioned the Investments and Securities Tribunal over its spending of N16 million on cleaning and fumigation services from its budget.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Report for the second debate on the urgent project regarding efficiency in spending in GAD will be voted on this afternoon

The Economic Development Commission of the National Assembly of Ecuador is set to approve a report for a second debate on a bill aimed at enhancing the spending efficiency of Decentralized Autonomous Governments (GAD).

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

VID assesses discrepancies in the spending of the animal assistance fund "Sofi"; the organization could lose its public benefit status

The Latvian Revenue Service is reviewing the fund 'Sofi' for possible discrepancies in financial allocations and could revoke its public benefit status.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish People Would Not Cut These Things - 'Under No Circumstances...'

A survey reveals strong opinions among Finns regarding government spending cuts, particularly in light of upcoming reductions to basic social assistance.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Assassination or Sports

The article discusses the urgent economic reforms proposed in Ecuador's Assembly regarding the Organic Territorial Code, emphasizing the importance of efficient spending in local government budgets.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The New Audit

The Superior Audit of the Federation in Mexico has transformed from a reactive to a preventive model for public spending oversight since 2018.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The money is running out - the business community sees labor immigration as the solution

Swedish business leaders view labor immigration as a solution to a budgetary crisis that limits public spending options.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Minister Nataly Morillo supports the law project on GAD spending after the first debate in the Assembly

Ecuador's Minister of Government, Nataly Morillo, defended a crucial bill for the sustainability of spending by decentralized autonomous governments (GAD) during its first debate in the National Assembly.

Feb 15 โ€ข 20:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

National Assembly discussed urgent project on sustainability of spending by decentralized autonomous governments

The National Assembly of Ecuador held its first debate on an urgent bill regarding the sustainability and effectiveness of spending by decentralized autonomous governments.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good News for Texas: Greg Abbott Will Eliminate Taxes and Reduce Public Spending

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a proposal aimed at relieving the tax burden for homeowners in the state, which includes constitutional amendments to eliminate certain taxes and is seen as crucial for his re-election campaign.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Key NATO nations balk at making sacrifices for military spending โ€“ poll

A recent poll indicates that citizens of major NATO countries are hesitant to make financial sacrifices for military spending, despite a widespread belief that global conflict is on the horizon.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Eurobarometer: Two-thirds of Europeans believe their country is threatened

A new Eurobarometer survey reveals that a significant majority of Europeans feel their countries are under threat due to the current international climate, leading to calls for increased defense spending and support for EU security initiatives.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:02 UTC

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