602 result(s) for social issues
Opposition Hails Govt Climbdown As ‘Victory’
- 12 Apr 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Socialist lawmaker István Nyakó said that the government decision to revoke the law on Sunday shopping restrictions was “a small victory for the opposition Socialists and a big one for the electorate”. For the second time, the ruling parties have been forced to “back off”, Nyakó said, referring to demonstrations that resulted in the withdrawal of plans to introduce an internet tax in the past.
Find Out How Disabled Community Is Empowering Itself In Budapest
- 1 Apr 2016 9:03 AM
- community & culture
Traveling in Budapest with a disability, while not without its challenges, is a positive experience. As is the case with most old European cities, general accessibility can be a problem, but with the city center under almost constant renovation, things are improving quickly. If you’re planning a trip and you’re worried about it, Amy, who blogs over at Hot Wheels Goes… posted a great review of the ...
Top Court Says NBH Data Disclosure Amendments Unconstitutional
- 1 Apr 2016 9:00 AM
- business
Hungary’s Constitutional Court has ruled that amendments to the law governing the central bank that give the National Bank of Hungary the legal power to decline public information requests concerning companies that support its activities, or to classify such information with retroactive effect, are unconstitutional. In its ruling the top court noted that the central bank does a public service and ...
Reminder: Xpat Wine Club @ BRKLYN, Today
- 23 Mar 2016 12:00 AM
- food & drink
80+ people are set to join in tomorrow evening, and you're warmly invited to come along and socialise with fellow Xpats. You can chat personally with the wine-makers involved too, while tasting a range of their favourites - guests get unlimited sips of around 20 different fine wines. Salty snacks are included, and there'll be live music - so we hope you can come to enjoy the friendly vibe at our ...
Wamp Design Fair: 'Sustainable Designs', Millenáris Budapest, This Sunday
- 17 Mar 2016 8:10 AM
- shopping
On Sunday 20th March designers from the eco-conscious fashion and design scene will be introduced at the latest WAMP design fair. In addition to the eco-friendly theme, a high number of fashion designers, jewellers, and designers will debut their brand new spring collections, and a wide section of local gastro products will be on display as well.
Együtt Starts Signature Drive Against EU Quota Referendum
- 3 Mar 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The opposition Együtt party has started a signature drive in protest of the government taking the EU’s migrant quota plans to a public vote in Hungary.
Hungary’s Solution Approved For The First Time In EU
- 22 Feb 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
At his press conference held after the two-day summit of the European Council in Brussels, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that European Union heads of state and government have declared that the external borders of Europe must be protected, the mass movement of migrants must be halted, and everyone must fully observe the terms of the Schengen Agreement.
Hungarian State Secretary: Demonstration “Aimless”
- 15 Feb 2016 12:00 AM
- current affairs
Education state secretary László Palkovics said that the demonstration was “aimless” and insisted that all issues had been raised at the recent public education roundtable or at separate talks. “It is a matter of taste whether one is ready to sit down for talks or stages a protest”, he said, and called for “professional talks” rather than “taking politics to the schools”.
Reminder: Xpat Wine Club, Corinthia Hotel Budapest
- 11 Feb 2016 10:35 AM
- food & drink
100+ expats and locals have registered to come together at this Valentine’s Edition of the Xpat Wine Club, and we look forward to welcoming everyone on the official guest list. The event tonight on 11 February will be a fine blend of beautiful Hungarian wine, sexy 5-star snacks, live piano music, and lovely company. The famous wineries on show include Dúzsi, Liszkay and Vylyan, with 20 varieties ...
Opposition Hails Govt Climbdown As ‘Victory’
- 12 Apr 2016 9:00 AM
- current affairs
Socialist lawmaker István Nyakó said that the government decision to revoke the law on Sunday shopping restrictions was “a small victory for the opposition Socialists and a big one for the electorate”. For the second time, the ruling parties have been forced to “back off”, Nyakó said, referring to demonstrations that resulted in the withdrawal of plans to introduce an internet tax in the past.
Find Out How Disabled Community Is Empowering Itself In Budapest
- 1 Apr 2016 9:03 AM
- community & culture
Traveling in Budapest with a disability, while not without its challenges, is a positive experience. As is the case with most old European cities, general accessibility can be a problem, but with the city center under almost constant renovation, things are improving quickly. If you’re planning a trip and you’re worried about it, Amy, who blogs over at Hot Wheels Goes… posted a great review of the ...
Top Court Says NBH Data Disclosure Amendments Unconstitutional
- 1 Apr 2016 9:00 AM
- business
Hungary’s Constitutional Court has ruled that amendments to the law governing the central bank that give the National Bank of Hungary the legal power to decline public information requests concerning companies that support its activities, or to classify such information with retroactive effect, are unconstitutional. In its ruling the top court noted that the central bank does a public service and ...
Reminder: Xpat Wine Club @ BRKLYN, Today
- 23 Mar 2016 12:00 AM
- food & drink
80+ people are set to join in tomorrow evening, and you're warmly invited to come along and socialise with fellow Xpats. You can chat personally with the wine-makers involved too, while tasting a range of their favourites - guests get unlimited sips of around 20 different fine wines. Salty snacks are included, and there'll be live music - so we hope you can come to enjoy the friendly vibe at our ...
Wamp Design Fair: 'Sustainable Designs', Millenáris Budapest, This Sunday
- 17 Mar 2016 8:10 AM
- shopping
On Sunday 20th March designers from the eco-conscious fashion and design scene will be introduced at the latest WAMP design fair. In addition to the eco-friendly theme, a high number of fashion designers, jewellers, and designers will debut their brand new spring collections, and a wide section of local gastro products will be on display as well.
Együtt Starts Signature Drive Against EU Quota Referendum
- 3 Mar 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
The opposition Együtt party has started a signature drive in protest of the government taking the EU’s migrant quota plans to a public vote in Hungary.
Hungary’s Solution Approved For The First Time In EU
- 22 Feb 2016 8:00 AM
- current affairs
At his press conference held after the two-day summit of the European Council in Brussels, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that European Union heads of state and government have declared that the external borders of Europe must be protected, the mass movement of migrants must be halted, and everyone must fully observe the terms of the Schengen Agreement.
Hungarian State Secretary: Demonstration “Aimless”
- 15 Feb 2016 12:00 AM
- current affairs
Education state secretary László Palkovics said that the demonstration was “aimless” and insisted that all issues had been raised at the recent public education roundtable or at separate talks. “It is a matter of taste whether one is ready to sit down for talks or stages a protest”, he said, and called for “professional talks” rather than “taking politics to the schools”.
Reminder: Xpat Wine Club, Corinthia Hotel Budapest
- 11 Feb 2016 10:35 AM
- food & drink
100+ expats and locals have registered to come together at this Valentine’s Edition of the Xpat Wine Club, and we look forward to welcoming everyone on the official guest list. The event tonight on 11 February will be a fine blend of beautiful Hungarian wine, sexy 5-star snacks, live piano music, and lovely company. The famous wineries on show include Dúzsi, Liszkay and Vylyan, with 20 varieties ...