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Monday, October 05, 2026
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A new investigation has surfaced, implicating Health Minister Tadej Ostrc in a "friendly deal" where public funds were allegedly used to pay for advertising campaigns that were not publicly visible.
Prime Minister Janez Janša, leader of the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS), has announced plans for another referendum. The ongoing education reform, led by Minister Borut Rončević, is under further scrutiny as it is revealed that its oversight will include representatives from the economy, the Catholic Church, and loyalists of the ruling SDS party.
Human Rights Ombudswoman Simona Drenik Bavdek has voiced concerns regarding the potential for political influence in prosecutor appointments. Meanwhile, a substantial backlog of 26,000 long-term care applications is raising questions about the system's efficiency.
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An investigation has revealed a 'friendly deal' involving Health Minister Tadej Ostrc, where public funds allocated for advertising campaigns were allegedly spent on promotions that were not publicly visible.
Necenzurirano:
Minister Ostroc's Friendly Deal: Paid for Ads No One Saw
An investigation reveals a 'friendly deal' involving Minister Ostroc, where advertising funds were spent on campaigns that were not publicly visible.
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Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced his government's intention to hold another referendum, adding to the country's political agenda.
Mladina:
Janša Announces Another Referendum
Prime Minister Janša has announced plans for another referendum.
Dnevnik:
Long-term care applications backlog in Slovenia
In Slovenia, out of 57,407 applications for long-term care, 26,000 are still awaiting processing, raising questions about the system's efficiency.
Dnevnik:
Uncertainty at N1 Slovenia amidst ownership change
Employees at N1 Slovenia are reportedly in the dark about the future, with no responsible editor appointed and payments to contractors delayed following a change in ownership.
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A debate is emerging among municipalities regarding short-term rental regulations, with mayors in Gorenjska seeking to limit rentals to 30 days annually, while those in Primorska are advocating for their expansion ahead of upcoming elections.
Delo:
Gorenjski Mayors Want to Limit Short-Term Rentals, Primorski Expand Them
Municipalities are vying for support before the elections, with some considering limiting short-term rentals to 30 days per year, while others are expanding them.
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A former Member of Parliament is facing accusations of hypocrisy for allegedly supporting cannabis cultivation at home despite having opposed it in parliamentary debates.
Necenzurirano:
Home for It, Against It in Parliament: Duality of Former MP with Cannabis
A former Member of Parliament is accused of hypocrisy for supporting cannabis cultivation at home while opposing it in parliamentary debates.
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