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Govt Makes Huf 150 Bn Available For New Buses For Budapest
- 23 Apr 2014 4:00 AM
- getting around
The government is unlocking 150 billion forints (EUR 489m) for the procurement of 400-500 buses in the next few years, a government official said on Wednesday. Pál Völner, state secretary at the development ministry, told a conference that the emphasis of vehicle renewal would be placed on public transport by road since the rail network only reached 26% of the country’s cities and towns.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Fallacies In The ‘Free But Not Fair’ Story In Hungary
- 3 Apr 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
If you’ve been following Hungary, especially the election campaign, then you have no doubt heard this line from critics and the opposition: The parliamentary elections “will be free, but they won’t be fair.”
Roads, Motorway Sections In Hungary To Be Upgraded By End-2015
- 24 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The development ministry announced an EU co-financed project to upgrade 314km of roads, including motorway sections, by the end of 2015. The budget planned for the upgrade is 49 billion forints (EUR 158m) provided partly by Brussels and partly by Hungary, the deputy state secretary in charge of infrastructure said.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Tips For Britons Moving To Hungary
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In 1989, following the fall of communism, Hungary became a democratic country. Ever since many Britons have moved there and, upon arrival, discovered a country seeped in rich cultural experiences and an idyllic rural landscape. If you are considering moving to Hungary, here are a few tips to help provide a fluid transition into your new life.
All Ten M4 Stations In Budapest Now Have Their Completion Certificates
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The last station of metro line M4, Kelenföld Railway Station, has received its completion certificate from the National Transport Authority, and so all stations are now ready for the Test in Traffic Operation. Before obtaining the temporary completion certificate for the entire line, the certificates for the stations and the depot had to be had, and the tunnels also have to following the on-going ...
Xpat Opinion: Top 7 Tips For Renting A Car In Budapest
- 5 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest, Hungary is an idyllic destination, with plenty to offer for all, from the avid traveller to the ardent businessman. Renting a car whilst in Budapest enables you to experience this city at your own liberty and travel around at your own leisure. Before renting a car, read these seven tips which will ensure your trip is full of adventure yet stress-free.
Xpat Opinion: The Role Of Utility Tariffs In The Election Campaign In Hungary
- 3 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
“The war on utility costs” is featured in two parallel analyses of the upcoming election campaign. A left-leaning commentator notes that Fidesz chose the cut in utility prices as its main theme for the campaign and the now united opposition must convince the electorate that they offer more substantial safety and freedom. A commentator for a pro-government daily notes that negative statements on ...
Updated: Extreme Cold Weather Alert In Hungary
- 29 Jan 2014 12:00 AM
- current affairs
Snow began falling before dawn on Wednesday in Budapest. Forecasters predicted up to 3-4cm of snow in the capital and elsewhere in the country, except the south-east corner. The freshly fallen snow is creating dangerous driving conditions as the clean-up operation is relatively slow. Drivers are advised to use caution on the roads. According to meteorologists, rain will replace snow on Thursday ...
Complex Cycling Programme In Preparation In Hungary
- 27 Jan 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The year 2014 is all about laying a basis for large-scale cycling developments to be implemented in the years to come, Minister of State for Infrastructure Pál Völner said at a professional event presenting the Cycling Development Programme entitled ‘Cycling is an Experience!’ (Bringázni Élmény!) held in Budapest on 23 January, 2014. Under the guidance of the Transport Development Coordination ...
Govt Makes Huf 150 Bn Available For New Buses For Budapest
- 23 Apr 2014 4:00 AM
- getting around
The government is unlocking 150 billion forints (EUR 489m) for the procurement of 400-500 buses in the next few years, a government official said on Wednesday. Pál Völner, state secretary at the development ministry, told a conference that the emphasis of vehicle renewal would be placed on public transport by road since the rail network only reached 26% of the country’s cities and towns.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Fallacies In The ‘Free But Not Fair’ Story In Hungary
- 3 Apr 2014 9:00 AM
- current affairs
If you’ve been following Hungary, especially the election campaign, then you have no doubt heard this line from critics and the opposition: The parliamentary elections “will be free, but they won’t be fair.”
Roads, Motorway Sections In Hungary To Be Upgraded By End-2015
- 24 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The development ministry announced an EU co-financed project to upgrade 314km of roads, including motorway sections, by the end of 2015. The budget planned for the upgrade is 49 billion forints (EUR 158m) provided partly by Brussels and partly by Hungary, the deputy state secretary in charge of infrastructure said.
Xpat Opinion: Top 5 Tips For Britons Moving To Hungary
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- community & culture
In 1989, following the fall of communism, Hungary became a democratic country. Ever since many Britons have moved there and, upon arrival, discovered a country seeped in rich cultural experiences and an idyllic rural landscape. If you are considering moving to Hungary, here are a few tips to help provide a fluid transition into your new life.
All Ten M4 Stations In Budapest Now Have Their Completion Certificates
- 6 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The last station of metro line M4, Kelenföld Railway Station, has received its completion certificate from the National Transport Authority, and so all stations are now ready for the Test in Traffic Operation. Before obtaining the temporary completion certificate for the entire line, the certificates for the stations and the depot had to be had, and the tunnels also have to following the on-going ...
Xpat Opinion: Top 7 Tips For Renting A Car In Budapest
- 5 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
Budapest, Hungary is an idyllic destination, with plenty to offer for all, from the avid traveller to the ardent businessman. Renting a car whilst in Budapest enables you to experience this city at your own liberty and travel around at your own leisure. Before renting a car, read these seven tips which will ensure your trip is full of adventure yet stress-free.
Xpat Opinion: The Role Of Utility Tariffs In The Election Campaign In Hungary
- 3 Feb 2014 8:00 AM
- current affairs
“The war on utility costs” is featured in two parallel analyses of the upcoming election campaign. A left-leaning commentator notes that Fidesz chose the cut in utility prices as its main theme for the campaign and the now united opposition must convince the electorate that they offer more substantial safety and freedom. A commentator for a pro-government daily notes that negative statements on ...
Updated: Extreme Cold Weather Alert In Hungary
- 29 Jan 2014 12:00 AM
- current affairs
Snow began falling before dawn on Wednesday in Budapest. Forecasters predicted up to 3-4cm of snow in the capital and elsewhere in the country, except the south-east corner. The freshly fallen snow is creating dangerous driving conditions as the clean-up operation is relatively slow. Drivers are advised to use caution on the roads. According to meteorologists, rain will replace snow on Thursday ...
Complex Cycling Programme In Preparation In Hungary
- 27 Jan 2014 8:00 AM
- getting around
The year 2014 is all about laying a basis for large-scale cycling developments to be implemented in the years to come, Minister of State for Infrastructure Pál Völner said at a professional event presenting the Cycling Development Programme entitled ‘Cycling is an Experience!’ (Bringázni Élmény!) held in Budapest on 23 January, 2014. Under the guidance of the Transport Development Coordination ...