342 result(s) for environment protection
Commentary To The Hungarian Constitution Published In English
- 17 Feb 2012 3:00 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary's Institute of Public Administration has published a volume of commentaries by legal experts to Hungary's new constitution in English, state secretary for justice Bence Retvari said at the book's presentation at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences on Friday.
EU Threatens To Take Action Over Disputed Legislation In Hungary
- 16 Jan 2012 8:05 AM
- current affairs
"The European Commission invoked the threat of infringement proceedings against Hungary if it finds that new laws passed in Budapest are not compatible with EU law. A statement from the Commission specified concerns pertaining to central bank independence, the independence of the data protection ombudsman and the mandatory early retirement of judges and prosecutors.
Danube River To Be Severely Impacted By Plans To Increase Navigation
- 17 Dec 2010 4:00 AM
- getting around
"European Commission will publish plans to increase navigation on the Danube River, as part of their EU Strategy for the Danube Region. However this decision could result in significant negative impacts on the river’s unique environment without bringing the expected economic benefit to the region, WWF warns.
Liberty Bridge Brings International Award To Budapest
- 15 Dec 2010 8:00 AM
- getting around
"Budapest citizens have a new reason to be proud, this iconic bridge as helped win a major prize for the Hungarian capital. On receiving the award, Mayor of District XVIII Budapest and the person in charge of Budapest cityscape and urban development said, “We are proud of this project not only because it provides the city with an additional jewel, but also because it is a true 21st century ...
Ft 0.5bn Spent On Sludge Defence In Hungary
- 8 Dec 2010 12:00 AM
- current affairs
"Water management authorities affected by the October 4 red sludge torrent have spent about half a billion forints on protection, while continuous alert and the cleaning of waterbeds constitute further expense, Central Transdanubia Environment and Water Management director Istvan Csonki told MTI.
Red Sludge Catastrophe Exhibition, Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
- 1 Dec 2010 8:45 AM
- community & culture
"This red sludge relief exhibition shows photos, videos, and childrens drawings of the catastrophe. Also on display are protective clothing and accessories used by volunteers who attended the site. Exhibition tickets are 500 Ft, the whole amount goes to the victims in Devecser. The Hungarian National Museum, Múzeum krt. 14-16 Budapest, transfers all donations to the aid account of the Mayor's ...
Hungary Prepares For Adulthood In The European Union
- 29 Nov 2010 1:00 AM
- current affairs
"In January 2011 Hungary will assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Its six-month term will be an interesting period for Hungary and the EU alike. Hungary will coordinate the Council’s vast bureaucratic and decision-making apparatus while not being able to rely on any significant wealth of accumulated knowledge about some of its workings due to the novelty of the Lisbon ...
Red Mud Aid In Budapest
- 25 Nov 2010 10:00 AM
- community & culture
Press release: "A benefit night of music and comedy in aid of victims of the toxic red mud disaster will be held on Saturday 4th December from 6:30pm to midnight. Hungary’s expat community is joining forces with Hungarian friends to raise money for the victims of toxic red mud disaster.
"Lisbon And Beyond" - Remarks Of U.S. Ambassador At Corvinus University Budapest
- 10 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- current affairs
"Thank you, Vice Rector Kerekes and Dr. Magyarics; I’m honored to speak at Corvinus University today, and grateful also for the involvement of the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs.
Commentary To The Hungarian Constitution Published In English
- 17 Feb 2012 3:00 AM
- current affairs
"Hungary's Institute of Public Administration has published a volume of commentaries by legal experts to Hungary's new constitution in English, state secretary for justice Bence Retvari said at the book's presentation at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences on Friday.
EU Threatens To Take Action Over Disputed Legislation In Hungary
- 16 Jan 2012 8:05 AM
- current affairs
"The European Commission invoked the threat of infringement proceedings against Hungary if it finds that new laws passed in Budapest are not compatible with EU law. A statement from the Commission specified concerns pertaining to central bank independence, the independence of the data protection ombudsman and the mandatory early retirement of judges and prosecutors.
Danube River To Be Severely Impacted By Plans To Increase Navigation
- 17 Dec 2010 4:00 AM
- getting around
"European Commission will publish plans to increase navigation on the Danube River, as part of their EU Strategy for the Danube Region. However this decision could result in significant negative impacts on the river’s unique environment without bringing the expected economic benefit to the region, WWF warns.
Liberty Bridge Brings International Award To Budapest
- 15 Dec 2010 8:00 AM
- getting around
"Budapest citizens have a new reason to be proud, this iconic bridge as helped win a major prize for the Hungarian capital. On receiving the award, Mayor of District XVIII Budapest and the person in charge of Budapest cityscape and urban development said, “We are proud of this project not only because it provides the city with an additional jewel, but also because it is a true 21st century ...
Ft 0.5bn Spent On Sludge Defence In Hungary
- 8 Dec 2010 12:00 AM
- current affairs
"Water management authorities affected by the October 4 red sludge torrent have spent about half a billion forints on protection, while continuous alert and the cleaning of waterbeds constitute further expense, Central Transdanubia Environment and Water Management director Istvan Csonki told MTI.
Red Sludge Catastrophe Exhibition, Hungarian National Museum, Budapest
- 1 Dec 2010 8:45 AM
- community & culture
"This red sludge relief exhibition shows photos, videos, and childrens drawings of the catastrophe. Also on display are protective clothing and accessories used by volunteers who attended the site. Exhibition tickets are 500 Ft, the whole amount goes to the victims in Devecser. The Hungarian National Museum, Múzeum krt. 14-16 Budapest, transfers all donations to the aid account of the Mayor's ...
Hungary Prepares For Adulthood In The European Union
- 29 Nov 2010 1:00 AM
- current affairs
"In January 2011 Hungary will assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Its six-month term will be an interesting period for Hungary and the EU alike. Hungary will coordinate the Council’s vast bureaucratic and decision-making apparatus while not being able to rely on any significant wealth of accumulated knowledge about some of its workings due to the novelty of the Lisbon ...
Red Mud Aid In Budapest
- 25 Nov 2010 10:00 AM
- community & culture
Press release: "A benefit night of music and comedy in aid of victims of the toxic red mud disaster will be held on Saturday 4th December from 6:30pm to midnight. Hungary’s expat community is joining forces with Hungarian friends to raise money for the victims of toxic red mud disaster.
"Lisbon And Beyond" - Remarks Of U.S. Ambassador At Corvinus University Budapest
- 10 Nov 2010 12:00 AM
- current affairs
"Thank you, Vice Rector Kerekes and Dr. Magyarics; I’m honored to speak at Corvinus University today, and grateful also for the involvement of the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs.