Property taxes rise, education lags, and judicial influence grows.
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Bulgarians face significant economic changes as plans emerge to double property tax assessments by 2029. This comes alongside a substantial 50% jump in minimum insurance thresholds for certain professions within a single month, signaling a notable shift in employment costs and social security contributions.
The education sector continues to grapple with challenges, highlighted by a PISA 2025 report indicating that 30% of students view school as a waste of time. Experts are now outlining concrete solutions to address these declining engagement levels and translate assessment results into meaningful improvements.
Concerns over the integrity of the judicial system are also in the spotlight, with the Minister of Justice reporting indications of attempts to influence the Supreme Judicial Council selection process. This development is further underscored by a former European prosecutor initiating legal action against the Council, adding to ongoing discussions about judicial reform.