This week, the Slovak Ministry of Labor distributed a total of 10 million euros, out of which one million euros was granted to a non-profit organization linked to the district chairman of the Hlas political party. The allocation of funds raised eyebrows as the organization in question failed to demonstrate any significant previous projects regarding social innovations, aside from minimal activities like cooking soup and celebrating International Children's Day. After facing scrutiny from the anti-corruption foundation, the Hlas official announced the decision to return the grant, indicating that they could manage without it as their political organization had received substantial funding from the state-owned Tipos and the Ministry of Finance.

Additionally, this week marked a notable dilemma as the government announced salary increases for Prime Minister Robert Fico and his ministers amid financial consolidation measures that are affecting citizens' households. Starting this April, Fico's salary will increase by over 400 euros, while other ministers will see an increase of around 300 euros. Despite a freeze on basic salary components, the adjustments will occur through changes in flat-rate reimbursements that the government has set through its own mandate, raising concerns about government accountability and scrutiny when it comes to personal finances, especially as citizens struggle with fiscal tightening and deeper economic challenges.