This year’s first bird flu cases appear in Latvia
Laboratory tests performed on six dead pigeons in Latvia revealed all of them were infected with the highly pathogenic H5N1 subtype, which has…
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Government in Latvia suggested to provide benefits to seniors and families with children
To support Latvian residents in a situation when the rapid climb of energy prices has a serious effect on every household, political party…
LDz chairman: Latvia may establish cooperation with China in railway freight
A situation when Latvia may commence cooperation with China in the field of carrying railway freight seems very close, said state joint-stock company…
Latvian Railway board member Ēriks Šmuksts steps down
The council of state joint-stock company Latvian Railway (LDz) has accepted the company’s board member Ēriks Šmuksts’ resignation. 15 January will be his…
Latvian minister to once again ask ruling coalition to cut VAT on heating this season
Latvian Minister of Economy Jānis Vitenbergs intends to once again ask coalition partners to approve reduced value added tax (VAT) rate for electricity,…
Constitutional amendments prohibiting restriction of unvaccinated persons rejected
On Thursday, 13 January, Latvian Central Election Commission (CVK) decided against registering Constitutional amendments submitted by Brīvību tautai association. The amendments in question…
Problems found with Latvia’s inclusiveness approach for asylum seekers
Latvian Social Integration Fund (SIF) has decided to terminate its agreement with Latvian Red Cross (LSK) on provision of support with social-economic inclusiveness…
High energy prices force Latvian government to consider providing aid to residents
Due to high energy prices, Latvia’s government should consider additional solutions to provide support to residents, said Minister of Environment Protection and Regional…
Survey shows many drivers still use phones while driving despite risks
A survey of the habits of Latvian drivers performed last year shows that drivers «sin» the most with vehicle maintenance and using their…
