Chairperson of the Seimas Education Committee: the situation in Alytus reveals systemic gaps, legal amendments are needed
The chairperson of the Seimas Education Committee has highlighted the need for legal amendments to address systemic issues related to teacher protections and emotional well-being in Alytus.
The coalition council will meet on Wednesday: discussing the work of the spring session of the Seimas and the issue of the polygon
The coalition council in Lithuania is set to meet on Wednesday to discuss the work of the spring session of the Seimas, particularly focusing on the Kapčiamiesčio polygon law project.
"There will be more protection": J. Olekas spoke about the amendments to the LRT law
Seimas Chairman Juozas Olekas discussed proposed amendments to the LRT law aimed at enhancing protections for journalists in Lithuania.
Vilnius Security Forum 2026 is Taking Place in the Seimas: The Best Way to Deter War is to Show That You Are Prepared
The Vilnius Security Forum emphasizes readiness as the key to deterring conflict, with discussions focusing on hybrid warfare and current threats from Russia and Belarus.
The Prosecutor's Office appealed the verdict in the A. Bagdonas case, asking to prohibit him from working in the Seimas
The Prosecutor's Office in Lithuania has appealed a court decision regarding A. Bagdonas, requesting a ban on his role as a member of the Seimas due to the application of criminal enforcement measures.
Minister claims to have the votes for the Kapčiamestis polygon law in the Seimas
The Lithuanian Minister has announced that there is sufficient support in the Seimas for the proposed law regarding a new polygon in Kapčiamestis.
Agnė Širinskienė: the amendment regarding the prohibition of 'filibusters' may be unconstitutional
Agnė Širinskienė expresses concerns that an amendment banning filibustering could violate constitutional rights in Lithuania.
Ethics watchdog: J. Olekas did not violate the Seimas statute by not allowing two parliamentarians to speak during the meeting
The ethics committee concluded that J. Olekas did not violate parliamentary rules by cutting off microphones of two parliamentarians who spoke off-topic during a session.
G. Gorienė testified in the trial of riots: there were provocateurs by the Seimas
G. Gorienė testified that during a rally outside the Seimas in August 2021, there were provocateurs in the crowd aiming to agitate and disrupt the gathering.
Some MPs aim to prevent 'filibusters' with amendments to the Seimas statute
Certain members of the Lithuanian parliament are proposing amendments to the Seimas statute to curb the abuse of legislative processes known as 'filibusters.'
M. Jurkynas: LRT amendments still need to be discussed within the Council
M. Jurkynas expressed the need for internal discussions within the LRT Council regarding proposed amendments to the LRT law following a meeting with the Chairman of the Seimas.
The Speaker of the Seimas promises that the latest LRT law amendments will not be discussed in haste
The Speaker of the Seimas assures that discussions regarding the latest amendments to the LRT law will not be rushed, advocating for thorough consideration instead.
LRT Council Members Skeptically Assess Proposal to Establish National Broadcaster Board
Members of the LRT council express skepticism about the necessity of a proposed board for Lithuania's national broadcaster during a recent meeting.
J. Olekas: I hope that today we will register the amendments to the LRT law project
The Speaker of the Seimas expressed hope that a project for amendments to the LRT law will be officially submitted for consideration this Wednesday.
Parliament Becomes Object of Mockery – Statute Amendments: Preventing the Cat Sinaga or the Dog Pearl from Being Immortalized in Laws
Lithuanian parliamentarian Rimas Jonas Jankūnas has proposed amendments to the Seimas statute aimed at preventing misuse of legislative initiatives, citing concerns over the parliament becoming a subject of ridicule.
The Speaker of the Seimas Favorably Views the Idea of Restricting Opportunities for Russians and Belarusians to Acquire Real Estate
The Speaker of the Lithuanian Parliament supports proposals to limit real estate purchases by Russians and Belarusians, particularly near sensitive national security locations.
Another Discussion on State Reserves at the Seimas
The Lithuanian Parliament is discussing the potential negligence in the management of state reserves during a committee meeting.
Real Estate Transaction Statistics with Citizens of Russia and Belarus Raise Concern: The Seimas Takes Action
The Lithuanian Seimas is considering stricter regulations on real estate purchases by citizens of Russia and Belarus due to concerns over their involvement in military aggression against Ukraine.
Speaker of the Seimas: When the moment X arrives, MPs should work in safer premises
The Speaker of the Seimas, J. Olekas, emphasized the need for safer working conditions for parliamentarians in light of potential emergencies during a closed meeting.
The Seimas Council Discussed the Work of the Parliament During Emergencies in a Closed Meeting: Legislative Changes Will Be Needed
The Seimas Council in Lithuania discussed the need for legislative changes to ensure parliamentary operations during emergencies, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and collective agreement among members.
Draft of Amendments to the Assisted Reproductive Technology Law Registered in the Seimas
A legislative proposal has been introduced in Lithuania's parliament to regulate assisted reproductive technologies under specific medical conditions.
The leadership of the Seimas will discuss work during extreme situations in a closed session
The Seimas leadership in Lithuania will hold a closed session to discuss preparations for extreme situations, following discussions among European parliaments.
Juozas Olekas: The Venice Commission's conclusions on the LRT amendments will reach the Seimas by the spring session
Juozas Olekas anticipates that the recommendations from the Venice Commission regarding amendments to the national public broadcaster LRT will be available before the upcoming spring parliamentary session.
J. Olekas: The LRT law project may be adjusted upon receiving the Venice Commission's conclusions
Lithuanian parliament leader J. Olekas stated that the new public broadcaster law may be amended based on the recommendations of the Venice Commission, which will be available before the parliamentary session starts.
The law enforcement will not initiate an investigation regarding K. Žukauskas impersonating the Speaker of the Seimas
Lithuania's law enforcement has decided not to pursue an investigation into K. Žukauskas for allegedly impersonating the Speaker of the Seimas, citing lack of substantial evidence of a crime.
J. Olekas on the prepared amendments to the LRT law: this is a step forward
J. Olekas believes that the proposed amendments to the LRT law signify progress, with further discussions needed at the European level regarding public media funding and oversight.
The Seimas Chancellery Plans to Conduct an Internal Audit of 9 Institutions Accountable to Parliament
The Seimas Chancellery in Lithuania intends to conduct an internal audit of nine institutions accountable to Parliament by the end of the year, focusing on governance practices and operational efficiency.
Proposal to Supplement the Parliamentary Team: A Legal Advisor for Members of the Seimas Would Be Created
A proposal in the Lithuanian parliament aims to allow members of the Seimas to hire a legal advisor to help assess the constitutionality of proposed legislation.
The Seimas Controller Proposes to Abandon the Publication of the Drafted List
The Seimas Controller suggests discontinuing the public release of conscription lists, citing threats to individual rights and national security.
The Third International Conference on the Situation in Ukraine and Its Experience Will Take Place in the Seimas
A conference titled "Lithuania - to Ukraine. Ukraine - to Lithuania" will be held at the Seimas to discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine and its implications for European security.
S. Malinauskas hinted at his involvement in the upcoming Seimas elections
S. Malinauskas has implied his potential participation in the 2028 Lithuanian Seimas elections, suggesting the need for a new political force to counter Kremlin influence.
Conservatives withdraw from the Seimas working group reviewing LRT governance
The Conservative party members have withdrawn from a working group tasked with reviewing the governance of Lithuania's public broadcaster, LRT, citing concerns over the lack of a coherent vision in proposed legislation.
Conservatives withdraw from the Seimas working group on LRT governance
The Conservative party in Lithuania has announced its withdrawal from a working group on the governance of the state broadcaster LRT, leaving 12 members remaining in the group.
The working group continues to consider proposals regarding the governance of LRT
A working group in Lithuania is discussing proposals for changes in the governance of the national broadcaster LRT, including the establishment of a management board and increased membership.
B. Davidonytė: The draft law on LRT prepared by the Seimas working group is even worse than the previous one
B. Davidonytė criticizes the Seimas working group's draft law regarding LRT, stating it retains problematic provisions for director dismissal.
The government approved proposals for the Seimas spring session, including the Kapčiamiesčio polygon law
The Lithuanian government has proposed a comprehensive package of legislative initiatives for the upcoming Seimas spring session, including the establishment of the Kapčiamiesčio polygon.
The government supports the proposal to assign the supervision of LRT program purchases to the Public Procurement Office
The Lithuanian government has backed a proposal to assign oversight of program purchases related to LRT to the Public Procurement Office, pending approval from the Seimas.
STT on Initiated Changes to the Penal Code: We Have No Data on Possible Illegal Compensation for Actions in the Seimas
The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service reports a lack of evidence regarding illegal lobbying amid ongoing discussions about changes to the Penal Code in the Seimas.
V. Čmilytė-Nielsen testified in the Seimas riots case: I did not make any decisions
V. Čmilytė-Nielsen stated that during the riots near the Seimas in August 2021, she was focused on ensuring safety in the parliament and did not make any decisions regarding the protests.
Hearing on the Riots near the Seimas will Feature Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen and Agnė Bilotaitė
The appeals court in Vilnius is hearing a case regarding the August 2021 riots near the Seimas, involving testimonies from prominent political figures.
Raids in the offices of politicians, visits by the Special Investigative Service, and an interrogation reminiscent of a performance: everything we know so far
Last week, raids took place in the homes and offices of two members of the Lithuanian Parliament as part of a widespread corruption investigation.
Vytenis Povilas Andriukaitis urges Gintautas Paluckas to resign from the Seimas and return after defending himself
Vytenis Povilas Andriukaitis calls for Gintautas Paluckas to resign from the Seimas and confront the legal issues he faces directly.
The working group defined the functions of the LRT council and board, opinions diverged regarding the mission
A working group led by Speaker of the Seimas Juozas Olekas suggested defining the mission of the national broadcaster LRT in legislation, but opinions on this matter varied among members.
In the Seimas – a proposal to increase fines for buyers of sexual services tenfold
A proposal in Lithuania's Seimas aims to tenfold the fines for individuals purchasing sexual services.
The Speaker of the Seimas nominates Artūras Drigotas as a candidate for judges of the Constitutional Court
The Speaker of the Seimas, J.Olekas, has nominated Artūras Drigotas for a judgeship in the Constitutional Court, following the annulment of the previous nomination of Julių Sabatauską due to constitutional non-compliance.
BNS Sprint: key events of the week
The article discusses significant political developments in Lithuania, particularly investigations into systemic corruption involving parliament members.
V. Čmilytė: liberals will not return to the working group convened by J. Olekas regarding LRT
Liberalų sąjūdis in Lithuania has decided to withdraw from a parliamentary working group discussing amendments to the LRT law, citing procedural issues and chaotic operations within the group.
Amendments to the law on political abuse approved by the Seimas became a headache for the VRK
The Seimas has approved amendments related to political abuse, leading to questions about their implications for the VRK regarding politicians' accountability.
J. Olekas reacted to the scandalous statement of L. Girskienė
Politician L. Girskienė sparked controversy with a social media post, prompting a call from Seimas Chairman J. Olekas for higher political decorum among lawmakers.
These offenders seek to be "caught in the claw": New amendments in the Seimas
New legislative proposals in Lithuania intend to impose strict measures on parents failing to pay child support.