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Hungary: Council Lifts Cohesion Fund Suspension
- 26 Jun 2012 9:10 AM
- current affairs
The Council on 22 June adopted a decision lifting the suspension of cohesion fund commitments for Hungary. It concluded that Hungary has taken measures to correct its excessive government deficit by 2012, in line with the Council's recommendation of 13 March. Hungary's excessive deficit procedure nevertheless remains open.
Commission Asks Hungary To Comply With EU Legislation On Environmental Impact Assessments
- 26 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The European Commission is urging Hungary to bring its national legislation on assessing the effects of projects on the environment in line with EU rules. On the recommendation of Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik, the Commission is therefore sending a reasoned opinion. In the absence of a satisfactory response within two months, the Commission may refer the case to the EU Court of Justice.
Hungarian Hospital Leader Allows Gratitude Money
- 25 Jun 2012 9:02 AM
- health & wellness
Hospital Association chairman Jenő Rácz told public television last Friday morning that he approves of medical staff accepting “gratitude money” from patients for their treatment. The change in the Labour Code effective July 1 classifies the acceptance of gratitude money as a crime, “except if the employer orders otherwise”.
Eurogames 2012, Budapest, 27 June - 1 July
- 22 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- sport
4+1 days of sport: 14 sports, 3800 athletes, 2200 supporters, 4000 visitors
4+1 days of tourism and culture
5 days conferences: human rights, minority issues, equal representation and business opportunities
EU Objects To Tax Exemption For Pálinka In Hungary
- 22 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
The European Commission yesterday asked Hungary to change its regulation that gives a full excise tax exemption to those who brew pálinka for personal use. EU legislation allows a 50% tax allowance, but Hungary grants a 100% exemption to distillers who produce no more than 50 litres of fruit brandy a year.
Károly Gerendai, Founder Of Sziget Festival
- 21 Jun 2012 12:00 PM
One of post-communist Hungary’s greatest success stories: from roadie to head of the company organising Hungary’s four biggest and Transylvania’s largest cultural festival, including one of Europe’s most popular cultural event, the SZIGET Festival.
Domestic Violence Initiative Succeeds In Hungary
- 21 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A popular initiative to punish domestic violence has succeeded, as the Elet-Ertek Alapitvany (Life-Value Foundation) has collected 100,000 valid signatures, twice the required number, Nepszabadsag reports.
An Inspiring Day At Marczibányi Sports Center In Budapest
- 20 Jun 2012 9:01 AM
- sport
Whether it was the first attempt at a new sport, or a newfound friendship, everybody came away from the Sports Center on June 16 with a cherished memory. The event, part of the „Road to London” Olympics event series and organized jointly by Seedling Trust and the Hungarian Special Olympics Committee, gave its participants a great day of sports, games and getting to know each other.
Xpat Opinion: Viktor Orbán In His Own Words: An interview With Die Presse
- 19 Jun 2012 2:00 AM
- current affairs
The English-speaking world, mostly because of the language barrier, doesn’t normally follow the German-language media, which is a pity especially for those who are interested in Hungarian affairs. The German and Austrian press spend a great deal more time on Hungary than do the English-language publications although lately, thanks to the Orbán government’s unorthodox economic and political ...
Hungary: Council Lifts Cohesion Fund Suspension
- 26 Jun 2012 9:10 AM
- current affairs
The Council on 22 June adopted a decision lifting the suspension of cohesion fund commitments for Hungary. It concluded that Hungary has taken measures to correct its excessive government deficit by 2012, in line with the Council's recommendation of 13 March. Hungary's excessive deficit procedure nevertheless remains open.
Commission Asks Hungary To Comply With EU Legislation On Environmental Impact Assessments
- 26 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
The European Commission is urging Hungary to bring its national legislation on assessing the effects of projects on the environment in line with EU rules. On the recommendation of Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik, the Commission is therefore sending a reasoned opinion. In the absence of a satisfactory response within two months, the Commission may refer the case to the EU Court of Justice.
Hungarian Hospital Leader Allows Gratitude Money
- 25 Jun 2012 9:02 AM
- health & wellness
Hospital Association chairman Jenő Rácz told public television last Friday morning that he approves of medical staff accepting “gratitude money” from patients for their treatment. The change in the Labour Code effective July 1 classifies the acceptance of gratitude money as a crime, “except if the employer orders otherwise”.
Eurogames 2012, Budapest, 27 June - 1 July
- 22 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- sport
4+1 days of sport: 14 sports, 3800 athletes, 2200 supporters, 4000 visitors
4+1 days of tourism and culture
5 days conferences: human rights, minority issues, equal representation and business opportunities
EU Objects To Tax Exemption For Pálinka In Hungary
- 22 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- food & drink
The European Commission yesterday asked Hungary to change its regulation that gives a full excise tax exemption to those who brew pálinka for personal use. EU legislation allows a 50% tax allowance, but Hungary grants a 100% exemption to distillers who produce no more than 50 litres of fruit brandy a year.
Károly Gerendai, Founder Of Sziget Festival
- 21 Jun 2012 12:00 PM
One of post-communist Hungary’s greatest success stories: from roadie to head of the company organising Hungary’s four biggest and Transylvania’s largest cultural festival, including one of Europe’s most popular cultural event, the SZIGET Festival.
Domestic Violence Initiative Succeeds In Hungary
- 21 Jun 2012 9:00 AM
- current affairs
A popular initiative to punish domestic violence has succeeded, as the Elet-Ertek Alapitvany (Life-Value Foundation) has collected 100,000 valid signatures, twice the required number, Nepszabadsag reports.
An Inspiring Day At Marczibányi Sports Center In Budapest
- 20 Jun 2012 9:01 AM
- sport
Whether it was the first attempt at a new sport, or a newfound friendship, everybody came away from the Sports Center on June 16 with a cherished memory. The event, part of the „Road to London” Olympics event series and organized jointly by Seedling Trust and the Hungarian Special Olympics Committee, gave its participants a great day of sports, games and getting to know each other.
Xpat Opinion: Viktor Orbán In His Own Words: An interview With Die Presse
- 19 Jun 2012 2:00 AM
- current affairs
The English-speaking world, mostly because of the language barrier, doesn’t normally follow the German-language media, which is a pity especially for those who are interested in Hungarian affairs. The German and Austrian press spend a great deal more time on Hungary than do the English-language publications although lately, thanks to the Orbán government’s unorthodox economic and political ...