Latvian parliament considers restoring pension supplements
It is planned to restore old age and disability pension supplements for the people who retired after 2012, as provided by the amendments…
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Meteorologists warn of intense snowing in Latvia
On the 30th of November there will be lasting snowfall in Latvia, meteorologists warn. The smallest amount of snow is expected in South…
Latvian Pasažieru vilciens to chance brand name to Vivi after receiving new trains
Starting with Wednesday, the 29th of November, when Pasažieru vilciens (PV) is set to receive the first new electric trains manufactured by Škoda…
Latvian government approves 12 VAT rate for fruits, vegetables and berries for one year
On Tuesday, the 28th of November, Latvian government supported the application of a reduced 12% VAT rate on fruits, vegetables and berries for…
Latvian president concerned about large number of vacancies in Prison Administration
On Monday, the 27th of November, during his inspection of Riga Central Prison and the work done by the Prison Administration in this…
Situation is critical. Latvian minister worried about youngsters’ unhealthy lifestyle
The situation with healthy lifestyle habits, especially among youngsters, is critical, said Latvian Minister of Healthcare Hosams Abu Beri during a meeting of…
BNN IN FOCUS | In a crisis people will have to look for shelter on their own – bomb shelters hostages of bureaucracy
Ilona Bērziņa/Opinion piece During the Cold War there were hundreds of bomb shelters built in Latvia for the Soviet nomenclature in the event…
Saeima opposition member to be penalised for almost missing parliament meeting
Opposition deputy Ainārs Šlesers (Latvia in First Place) will be penalised for unjustifiably delaying the parliament’s meeting. 20% of his monthly wage will…
Train connecting Vilnius and Riga may start coursing in December
The first train run on Vilnius-Riga route may be organised as early as December 2023, as estimated by Lithuanian railway company LTG Link….
