19 result(s) for metropolitan council in Getting around
Taxi Fares to Rise in Budapest from 1 August
- 29 Jun 2026 9:16 AM
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Taxi journeys in Budapest will cost more from 1 August, after the Budapest Metropolitan Assembly approved an increase in the official tariff. The changes affect the base fare, the distance and waiting-time charges, and also introduce a new airport surcharge.
Multi-Million Euro Makeover Starts on One of Budapest’s ‘Gloomiest’ Streets
- 18 May 2026 1:36 PM
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The renovation of Budapest's Mester Street is set to get under way, the city's mayor announced at a press conference held with representatives of transport authority BKK, Budapest City Hall and the 9th district local council on Friday.
New Budapest Taxi Law Reforms to Boost Passenger Safety
- 25 Sep 2025 12:39 PM
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The Budapest Assembly amended taxi regulations on Wednesday to increase transparency and passenger safety.
Fresh Inspection of Budapest Buses Reveals Dangerous Deficiencies - Low % Fit for Duty
- 22 Aug 2025 2:39 PM
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The government's recent inspection of BKV buses has revealed worrying and dangerous deficiencies, the Budapest Metropolitan Government Office told MTI today.
Public Transport to 'Pause' in Budapest on Friday 6 June
- 3 Jun 2025 10:33 AM
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The mayor of Budapest, Gergely Karacsony, has announced a pause in public transport services to take place on Friday as "a first warning", adding the decision was made after talks with trade unions "representing the 27,000 employees of the Budapest family … who trust in the solidarity of the capital's residents".
Restoring 'Old Glory': Major Budapest Artery Between Elizabeth Bridge & Astoria to Be Renovated
- 28 Feb 2025 1:33 PM
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Plans are on the drawing board to renew and transform the area around the major artery of downtown Budapest's Kossuth Lajos Street and Szabad Sajto Road in cooperation between the metropolitan council and Belvaros-Lipotvaros district council, the Mayor's Office said.
Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration
- 30 Jan 2024 9:56 AM
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Commuters will continue to benefit from cheap and user-friendly public transport as monthly passes covering Budapest and other parts of the country will be accepted on routes operated by Budapest transport companies, Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, and János Lázár, the transport and construction minister agreed.
Budapest Transport Centre: Current Tariffs, Budapest Passes Remain Valid for Suburban Services
- 2 Jan 2024 12:49 PM
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The Budapest transport centre BKK on Friday signed agreements with suburban railways operators MÁV-HÉV and with national coach operator Volán which ensures that the current system of tariffs will remain in force, BKK said.
Lower Danube Embankment Road Reopened for Traffic on Sunday After Flood in Budapest
- 2 Jan 2024 12:06 PM
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The lower embankment of the River Danube will be reopened for traffic on both sides from Sunday, following the recent flooding of the river, the Budapest Metropolitan Office said.
Taxi Fares to Rise in Budapest from 1 August
- 29 Jun 2026 9:16 AM
- getting around
Taxi journeys in Budapest will cost more from 1 August, after the Budapest Metropolitan Assembly approved an increase in the official tariff. The changes affect the base fare, the distance and waiting-time charges, and also introduce a new airport surcharge.
Multi-Million Euro Makeover Starts on One of Budapest’s ‘Gloomiest’ Streets
- 18 May 2026 1:36 PM
- getting around
The renovation of Budapest's Mester Street is set to get under way, the city's mayor announced at a press conference held with representatives of transport authority BKK, Budapest City Hall and the 9th district local council on Friday.
New Budapest Taxi Law Reforms to Boost Passenger Safety
- 25 Sep 2025 12:39 PM
- getting around
The Budapest Assembly amended taxi regulations on Wednesday to increase transparency and passenger safety.
Fresh Inspection of Budapest Buses Reveals Dangerous Deficiencies - Low % Fit for Duty
- 22 Aug 2025 2:39 PM
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The government's recent inspection of BKV buses has revealed worrying and dangerous deficiencies, the Budapest Metropolitan Government Office told MTI today.
Public Transport to 'Pause' in Budapest on Friday 6 June
- 3 Jun 2025 10:33 AM
- getting around
The mayor of Budapest, Gergely Karacsony, has announced a pause in public transport services to take place on Friday as "a first warning", adding the decision was made after talks with trade unions "representing the 27,000 employees of the Budapest family … who trust in the solidarity of the capital's residents".
Restoring 'Old Glory': Major Budapest Artery Between Elizabeth Bridge & Astoria to Be Renovated
- 28 Feb 2025 1:33 PM
- getting around
Plans are on the drawing board to renew and transform the area around the major artery of downtown Budapest's Kossuth Lajos Street and Szabad Sajto Road in cooperation between the metropolitan council and Belvaros-Lipotvaros district council, the Mayor's Office said.
Deal Done: Public Transport Passes to Remain Valid Throughout Budapest and Agglomeration
- 30 Jan 2024 9:56 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- getting around
Commuters will continue to benefit from cheap and user-friendly public transport as monthly passes covering Budapest and other parts of the country will be accepted on routes operated by Budapest transport companies, Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, and János Lázár, the transport and construction minister agreed.
Budapest Transport Centre: Current Tariffs, Budapest Passes Remain Valid for Suburban Services
- 2 Jan 2024 12:49 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
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The Budapest transport centre BKK on Friday signed agreements with suburban railways operators MÁV-HÉV and with national coach operator Volán which ensures that the current system of tariffs will remain in force, BKK said.
Lower Danube Embankment Road Reopened for Traffic on Sunday After Flood in Budapest
- 2 Jan 2024 12:06 PM
- hungarymatters.hu
- getting around
The lower embankment of the River Danube will be reopened for traffic on both sides from Sunday, following the recent flooding of the river, the Budapest Metropolitan Office said.