New Charges for Telekom Executives; Vignette Abolition, School Reform Debated
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The National Bureau of Investigation is reportedly preparing criminal charges against former Telekom Slovenije executives concerning the financing of Nova24TV, signaling a new development in ongoing investigations into alleged financial irregularities.
Meanwhile, the government is actively discussing several proposals aimed at reducing costs for citizens, including the potential abolition of the vignette toll system, the reinstatement of travel expense reimbursements, and the introduction of free parking. Concurrently, a new debate has emerged surrounding a proposed school reform that would introduce mandatory kindergarten.
In other political news, politician Boris Mijić has been appointed to the European Council's parliamentary assembly, though the move is reportedly being questioned. Investigations continue into alleged foreign intelligence operations within the country and who funded them, while a recent poll indicates Prime Minister Janez Janša is increasing his lead over Robert Golob.