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Prime Minister Andrej Babiš is reportedly looking to wastewater fees as a new source of income for the government. This comes as the ruling coalition, comprising ANO, Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD), and Motorists for Themselves (AUTO), plans to increase underground water fees next April, a move that could affect many households. In other political news, the leadership of the Antimonopoly Office faces uncertainty as its chief's term concludes, potentially leading to a confrontation between the government and President Petr Pavel. Separately, Kateřina Jacques, the main ombudswoman at the Ministry of Defense, is under scrutiny regarding her handling of a computer password. Meanwhile, new details emerged in the case of billionaire Zdeněk Pelc, revealing his driver's license was previously suspended for alcohol before a fatal crash. A major corruption case involving 46 million in bribes has also reached an unexpected conclusion, and the SPD party leadership is set to discuss its future after recent election losses.

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Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has reportedly identified wastewater fees as a new source of income for the government. This comes as the ruling coalition plans to increase fees for underground water starting next April, potentially adding an extra hundred crowns annually for some households, though those with private wells or small villages would be exempt.

Seznam Zprávy: Babiš Finds New Source of Money; Payments to Be Made from Wastewater Fees

Andrej Babiš has reportedly found a new source of income, which is expected to be funded through wastewater fees.

ČT24: Coalition wants to increase underground water fees; some households may feel…

Starting next April, fees for underground water may increase, potentially costing households an extra hundred crowns annually, though those with private wells or small villages would be exempt.

The term of the head of the Antimonopoly Office is set to conclude in less than a month. The government's reluctance to disclose its future plans for the position could lead to a confrontation with both President Petr Pavel and security agencies.

Respekt: End of Almighty Official Mlsny? President and Security Forces Could Block Him

The head of the Antimonopoly Office's term is ending in less than a month, and the government is refusing to disclose its next steps, potentially leading to a confrontation with the president and security agencies.

Billionaire Zdeněk Pelc, whose charges for a fatal drunk driving accident were recently dropped, had his driver's license previously suspended due to alcohol and had accumulated other traffic violations for speeding.

Novinky.cz: Billionaire Pelc had license suspended for alcohol before fatal crash

Billionaire Zdeněk Pelc, whose charges for a fatal drunk driving accident were dropped, previously had his driver's license suspended due to alcohol and accumulated other traffic violations for speeding.

Kateřina Jacques, the main ombudswoman at the Ministry of Defense, is facing security scrutiny concerning her alleged poor handling of her computer password, despite having successfully passed two departmental tenders.

Aktuálně.cz: Password to computer. Former Green icon has problems at Zůna's resort due to…

Kateřina Jacques, the main ombudswoman at the Ministry of Defense, is facing security scrutiny regarding her alleged poor handling of her computer password, despite successfully passing two departmental tenders.

A corruption case, involving 46 million in bribes and described as 'mafia-like' operations, has reportedly reached an unexpected conclusion.

Seznam Zprávy: 'It Works! It's a Mafia!' Bribery Case Involving 46 Million Has Unexpected…

A corruption case involving 46 million in bribes, described as 'mafia-like' operations, has reached an unexpected conclusion.

Following recent unsuccessful elections, the leadership of the SPD party is scheduled to discuss its future strategy, including whether the party should maintain its independence or pursue a merger with another entity.

Seznam Zprávy: SPD Leadership to Discuss Future: Independence or Merger After Election Loss

Following unsuccessful elections, the leadership of the SPD party will debate their future strategy, considering whether to remain independent or merge with another entity.

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