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A significant legal development saw the Constitutional Court overturn part of the law on parliamentary investigations, sparking a national debate on its necessity. This comes as several high-profile legal proceedings advance, including the commencement of a trial for Jože Podgoršek, the President of the Chamber of Agriculture and Forestry of Slovenia, over alleged 'free' holidays. Matej Tonin, a Member of the European Parliament, is also set to face trial in a Slovenian court concerning surveillance and immunity issues. Public safety and accountability remain key themes, with a horse riding association freezing a coach's license following Dnevnik's investigation into allegations of violence and abuse, prompting a police report. Additionally, new chilling accusations against Dušan Smodej, the Managing Director of Fotopub, have been revealed in the indictment related to the Fotopub scandal. In other news, Tomaž Erjavec has taken over as the acting General Director of UKC Ljubljana, Slovenia's largest healthcare institution. Political commentary also highlights the perceived strength of Zoran Stevanović, the President of the National Assembly, within Prime Minister Janez Janša's coalition, with mentions of Israel's influence.

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The Constitutional Court has partially overturned the law on parliamentary investigations while affirming the necessity of existing regulations, sparking debate on the law's arguments for and against its provisions.

Mladina: Argument Against Parliamentary Investigation Law

The Constitutional Court has overturned part of the law on parliamentary investigations but affirmed the necessity of existing regulations, prompting a debate on the 'pro' versus 'contra' arguments for the law.

Following an investigation, a horse riding association has suspended a coach's license due to allegations of violence and abuse. Police have received a report, and the association has condemned all forms of violence.

Dnevnik: Horse Riding Association Freezes Coach's License After Dnevnik Revelation

Following an investigation by Dnevnik, the horse riding association has suspended the license of a coach due to allegations of violence and abuse.

24ur: Alleged abuse in riding club; Association condemns all violence

The police have received a report regarding alleged abuse within a riding club, with the association issuing a statement condemning all forms of violence.

The trial of Jože Podgoršek, the President of the Chamber of Agriculture and Forestry of Slovenia, has begun over allegations of accepting 'free' holidays. Separately, Matej Tonin, a Member of the European Parliament, will face trial in a Slovenian court regarding controversial surveillance and immunity issues.

Mladina: Tonin Will Still Defend Himself in Slovenian Court

The piece reports that Tonin will face trial in a Slovenian court regarding issues of controversial surveillance and immunity.

Necenzurirano: Trial begins for former minister over 'free' holidays in Bohinj

A trial is commencing for a former minister accused of accepting 'free' holidays in Bohinj, highlighting potential corruption or misuse of public funds.

The indictment in the Fotopub scandal has revealed disturbing allegations against Dušan Smodej, the Managing Director of Fotopub, following his court appearance.

24ur: Fotopub scandal: indictment reveals chilling accusations against Smodej

The indictment in the Fotopub scandal reveals disturbing allegations against Dušan (Josip) Smodej, following his appearance in court.

Tomaž Erjavec has been appointed as the acting General Director of UKC Ljubljana. Meanwhile, discussions continue regarding the public sector, with analysis on whether it will shrink due to retirements rather than transfers to the private sector, following Prime Minister Janez Janša's forecast.

Mladina: Enthusiast of Companies Without People

This article focuses on Tomaž Erjavec, who is taking over leadership of UKC Ljubljana, Slovenia's largest healthcare institution with nearly 9000 employees, exploring his management style and vision.

Dnevnik: Will Slovenia's Public Sector Shrink Due to Retirements Rather Than Private…

Following the Prime Minister's forecast, this article examines whether the public sector in Slovenia is likely to shrink due to an increase in retirements rather than employees moving to the private sector.

Mladina: Column: Dismantling

Heni Erceg's column discusses Prime Minister Janez Janša's announcement of public sector restructuring, which could lead to the transfer of 50,000 employees to the private sector.

An opinion piece suggests that Zoran Stevanović, the President of the National Assembly, is a crucial member of Prime Minister Janez Janša's coalition, with Israel's involvement acting as a guarantee for his position. Related articles question Israel's connection to the JEK 2 nuclear power plant project and bring together information possibly related to an Israeli embassy opening.

Necenzurirano: Stevanović is the strongest member of Janša's coalition; Israel guarantees it

This opinion piece suggests that Stevanović is a crucial and steadfast member of Janez Janša's coalition, with Israel's involvement serving as a guarantee for his position.

Mladina: What Does Israel Have to Do with JEK 2?

This article questions the connection between Israel and the Slovenian nuclear power plant project JEK 2, hinting at hidden dealings or influence.

Mladina: The Picture Has Come Together

This headline suggests a story that brings together various pieces of information to form a clearer picture, possibly related to the opening of an Israeli embassy in Ljubljana and an Israeli specialist's attendance.

Discussions are underway regarding an increase in military funding. Concurrently, columns by Dr. Bogomir Kovač and Gregor Kocijančič analyze Slovenia's economic potential and the current political climate, respectively, with one questioning why Slovenia won't be another Switzerland and another predicting consequences of the right's 'revolutionary fervor'.

Mladina: Even More Money for the Army

The story discusses an increase in military funding, raising questions about the allocation of resources and the necessity of such spending.

Mladina: Column: Why Slovenia Won't Be Another Switzerland?

Dr. Bogomir Kovač's column questions Slovenia's potential to achieve the status of Switzerland, suggesting internal factors are hindering its progress.

Mladina: Column: Opening Fronts

Gregor Kocijančič's column likely analyzes the current political climate, comparing the revolutionary fervor of the Slovenian right to communist times and predicting similar consequences.

A referendum on the social state is being discussed, examining its implications for Slovenian society. Separately, Hungarian bank executives visited Prime Minister Janez Janša's residence, noting that this bank had previously denied a loan to RTV Slovenia.

Mladina: Referendum on the Social State

The article discusses a referendum related to the social state, likely examining its implications for Slovenian society and welfare.

Necenzurirano: At Janša's, Hungarian bank bosses visited, which denied RTV a loan

The article reports on a visit by Hungarian bank executives to Janez Janša's residence, noting that this bank had previously denied a loan to RTV Slovenia.

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