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Thursday, September 24, 2026
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The political landscape remains firmly in favor of the ruling coalition, with a recent September SANEP poll showing Prime Minister Robert Fico and his Smer-SD party leading in preferences and trust. This comes as the Slovak National Party (SNS), a coalition member, faced criticism for introducing and subsequently withdrawing illogical last-minute changes to the Civil Code, highlighting legislative instability within the government.
Economically, the government has announced its intention to ignore the debt brake, with Minister of Finance Ladislav Kamenický set to utilize an exception, raising questions about fiscal discipline. This development coincides with reports of Tesco nearing an exit from the Slovak market, indicating ongoing challenges in the business sector.
Further domestic news includes a police officer under scrutiny for allegedly misusing official systems to search for minors, and parliament debating a proposal for 12,000 Euro compensation for women sterilized without consent. On a positive note, the government is introducing thousands of euros in subsidies for citizens to install heat pumps and solar panels, promoting green energy.
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A September SANEP survey indicates that the Smer-SD party is leading in political preferences, with Prime Minister Robert Fico also holding a strong position in public trust, securing a double first place in the poll. This suggests continued public support for the current government amidst various domestic issues.
TA3:
Smer-SD Leads Polls, PM in Trust; September SANEP Survey Brings Double First…
A September SANEP poll shows the Smer-SD party leading in preferences and Prime Minister Fico achieving a double first place, indicating strong political standing.
Pravda:
SANEP Poll: Smer Leads, Opposition Struggles, Candidates Near Threshold
A SANEP poll indicates that the Smer party is leading in Slovakia, with the opposition parties, even with Matovič, barely making it, and several candidates hovering just below the electoral threshold.
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The Slovak National Party (SNS) caused a stir by proposing and then swiftly withdrawing last-minute, illogical changes to the Civil Code. This legislative maneuver and its quick reversal led to significant controversy.
SME:
Circus around the Civil Code: SNS introduced illogical last-minute changes…
The SNS party introduced illogical last-minute changes to the Civil Code, only to withdraw them a day later, causing significant controversy.
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The Slovak government has officially stated its intention to disregard the debt brake, with Minister of Finance Ladislav Kamenický expected to invoke an exception to this fiscal rule.
Aktuality.sk:
Government Confirms Debt Brake Will Be Ignored; Minister Kamenický to Use…
The Slovak government has confirmed its intention to disregard the debt brake, with Minister Kamenický expected to utilize an exception.
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Tesco is reportedly closer to exiting the Slovak market, with a fierce competition underway among large groups and a known name potentially returning to acquire its stores.
Aktuality.sk:
Tesco Nears Exit from Slovakia; Potential Buyers Identified
A fierce competition is underway for the sale of Tesco stores in Slovakia, involving large groups and the potential return of a known name.
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A police officer is facing allegations of using official systems to search for minor girls and subsequently engaging in a relationship with one of them, yet is not being prosecuted for abuse of power.
Aktuality.sk:
Police Officer Used System to Search for Girls, Had Relationship with One…
A police officer is not being prosecuted for abuse of power despite using the system to search for minor girls and having a relationship with one of them.
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Female Members of Parliament are currently debating a proposal to provide 12,000 Euros in compensation to women who underwent sterilization procedures without their informed consent.
Pravda:
12,000 Euros for Sterilization Without Consent: Parliament Debates Compensation
Female Members of Parliament are proposing compensation of 12,000 Euros for women who were sterilized without their proper consent, with the proposal now being debated in parliament.
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An agreement between the Progressive Slovakia (PS) and Democrats parties is reportedly on the verge of collapsing, facing two significant challenges that could destabilize their alliance.
Aktuality.sk:
Agreement Between PS and Democrats on the Brink of Collapse; Facing Two Major…
An agreement between the Progressive Slovakia (PS) and Democrats parties is close to falling apart, with two significant challenges ahead.
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An article investigates the connections of a figure named Slyško, highlighting his support from Slot's son and grants received from Rudolf Huliak, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, and Robert Kaliňák, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, raising questions about political influence.
SME:
Slyško's connections: Supported by Slot's son, grants from Huliak and Kaliňák.
This article investigates the connections of Slyško, highlighting his support from Slot's son and grants received from Huliak and Kaliňák, raising questions about political influence.
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An ongoing dispute between a world champion and Prime Minister Robert Fico continues, with the champion expressing feelings of being targeted and criticized by the public as a result of the disagreement.
TA3:
World Champion's Dispute with Fico Continues: 'People Curse Me, He Painted a…
The dispute between a world champion (likely referring to a sports figure) and Prime Minister Fico is ongoing, with the champion expressing criticism and feeling targeted.
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