Latvian teachers’ trade union accuses IZM workers of misleading ministry higher-ups
Latvian Trade Union of Education and Science Employees (LIZDA) prepares to request an evaluation of responsibility of certain high-ranking officials of the Ministry…
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Riga City Council’s public campaign expenses at EUR 1.3 million during Staķis’ term
During the term of the now ex-Mayor of Riga Mārtiņš Staķis Riga City Council spent approximately EUR 1.3 million on various information campaigns…
Saeima faction leader says replacement of dynamically working government would be unnecessary
According to Latvian Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš own words, the government works dynamically. This is why replacing it would be unnecessary and cause…
Latvian ministry to maintain reduced VAT for fresh fruits, berries and vegetables next year
The reduced 5% rate for fresh fruits, berries and vegetables should be maintained next year as well, and the Value Added Tax Law…
Swimming once again permitted at all official beaches in Jurmala
The microbiological quality meets the norm at all official bathing areas in Lielupe, Bulduri, Dzintari, Majori, Pumpuri and Melluži in Jurmala, as confirmed…
Medical trade union wants a clear deal with ministry on implementation of wage increase plans
Latvian Trade Union of Health and Social Care Workers (LVSADA) has submitted to the Latvian Ministry of Health a request to comply with…
Food prices would go down fasted if “all chain links” got involved, LPTA argues
According to Latvian Food Retailers Association (LPTA), the food retailers supply chain reaches from the field all the way to store shelves. Requests…
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvian PM’s “three-legged stools”
Opinion piece from Ilona Bērziņa The fate of the government will become clear in late August, promises Latvia’s PM Krišjānis Kariņš. Either the…
Average consumer price level up by 7.9% in Latvia in June
When compared with June 2022, the average consumer price level increased by 7.9% in June 2023, according to the latest data published by…
