The Constitutional Court of Romania rejected on Tuesday the AUR’s complaint regarding the “austerity” law, adopted by holding the Executive accountable, according to Digi24 sources. AUR claims that “it is a toxic, deeply unjust and profoundly unconstitutional law, which represents an abuse of power committed with cynicism and contempt towards Romanians and towards the principles that govern an authentic democracy”. Thus, the first fiscal package for which the Government has assumed responsibility in Parliament can go to promulgation. The decision was made unanimously. AUR challenged the first legislative package assumed by the Government two weeks ago. This package includes the freezing of pensions and salaries, an increase in VAT from 19% to 21%, and higher excise duties. Some of these measures are set to take effect as early as August 1. The first no-confidence motion faced by Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan’s Government since taking office was rejected on July 14 by the joint plenary session of Parliament. It recorded 134 votes “in favor” and four “against” out of 138 votes cast. For the motion to pass, 233 “yes” votes were required. The no-confidence motion was initiated by the Opposition after the Government assumed responsibility in Parliament for the first fiscal package aimed at reducing the budget deficit. The motion was titled “They ruined the country and now they force Romanians to pay the bill – out with the hypocritical Government” and was signed by 131 MPs from AUR, POT, S.O.S. Romania, and unaffiliated members. The Government assumed responsibility in Parliament on June 7 for the first package of fiscal measures. Two days later, AUR announced the submission of a no-confidence motion, claiming that the Government “usurped legitimate power and mocked the Romanian people’s will for representation,” and therefore “must disappear along with its lying, toxic propaganda machine.” (Photo:https://www.facebook.com/)
More than 680 houses in Suceava country and 170 houses in Neamţ county were impacted in the flash floods that hit northeastern Romania at the end of last week. Forty-one houses were completely destroyed, Raed Arafat, the head of the Department for Emergency Situations (DSU), announced on Friday, August 1. Three people were killed in […]
Romanian justice minister Radu Marinescu said on Thursday, July 31, that harsher penalties are being considered for violence against women and domestic violence, including the criminalization of femicide. The minister said that Romania currently has legislation that is fairly adequate, in line with European standards, for combating violence, including domestic violence. He also said that […]
Via Transilvanica, the long-distance trail that crosses the country, will apply to be the first accredited long-distance route in Romania after the government issued the methodological norms regulating the hiking trails of national interest. Tășuleasa Social, the non-profit that developed the trail, called the recently issued norms "a huge step that transforms a bold idea into...
Former prime minister and Social Democratic leader Marcel Ciolacu stated that he does not rule out a candidacy for the presidency of the Buzău County Council, after rumors to that end. PSD Buzău president Romeo Lungu had previously told journalists that discussions are underway for the former prime minister to run for the Buzău County […]
The Balneo-Physiotherapy Clinic in the Călimănești resort town, southern Romania, will undergo rehabilitation with a EUR 10 million financing from the European Union, according to representatives of the Vâlcea County Council. The project implementation period will be 24 months from the completion of the tender for the execution of the works, which include, in addition […]
Bringo, the first personal shopper-based rapid grocery delivery service in Romania, handling over 4,000 daily orders in more than 35 cities, launches a loyalty program that turns shopping into a continuous reward experience. "Beyond functional benefits like discounts, free delivery, or double refunds for SGR packaging collected right at your doorstep, Bringo YOU offers a […]
