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Archives director offers resignation after mistaken informant claim

Cseh Gergő Bendegúz, head of the Historical Archives of the State Security Services, has offered to step down after a former MP was incorrectly listed on a website for informant files. It is the latest friction in the long-running struggle to manage the records of the secret police, which have a habit of creating fresh scandals decades after they were filed.

Polls suggest the ruling Fidesz party has reached a 30-year low, losing a quarter of its supporters as the Tisza party gains ground. While Péter Magyar claims his movement could now sweep every constituency, analysts note that Fidesz is now polling in the same league as the far-right Mi Hazánk. For a party that has long governed without a visible rival, the arithmetic of the next election is becoming uncomfortably competitive.

The Tisza party is also facing criticism over a proposed lightning law designed to speed up corporate takeovers, which small investors warn will leave them exposed. Elsewhere, the future of the online payment platform Díjnet is in doubt after major utilities withdrew, and Wizz Air faces a lawsuit from crew members that may force a rewrite of national labor rules.

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Fidesz Support Plummets to 30-Year Low, Tisza Rises

Recent Medián polls indicate a dramatic decline in support for Fidesz, reaching its lowest point in three decades. Conversely, Prime Minister Péter Magyar's Tisza party has seen a significant increase in popularity, with Magyar claiming it could win all 106 individual constituencies if elections were held today. Political analyst Török Gábor suggests that Fidesz and the far-right Mi Hazánk party are now comparable in terms of public support. [cite: 24.hu - Poll Shows Fidesz Plunging, Tisza…

Archives Director Resigns Over Lezsák-Gate Error

Cseh Gergő Bendegúz, the director of the Historical Archives of the State Security Services, has offered his resignation following an error involving the 'Lezsák' incident, where the name of former member of parliament László Lezsák was mistakenly published as an agent. The error stemmed from an IT glitch in the H-database, which incorrectly interpreted codes for surveilled individuals.

New Law Raises Concerns for Small Investors in Company Takeovers

A new 'lightning law' proposed by the Tisza party aims to streamline the acquisition of companies such as 4iG and MBH. However, this legislative proposal has drawn criticism from small investors and some experts who view it as controversial and potentially unlawful, raising concerns that it could lead to the exploitation of small investors, particularly in relation to companies linked to the 'NER' (National Cooperation System). [cite: 24.hu - New Law Could Facilitate Takeovers, But May Harm…

Díjnet's Future Uncertain as Major Providers Withdraw

The online bill payment service Díjnet faces an uncertain future following the withdrawal of major providers Telekom and MVM. This development raises questions about the service's continued operation and its impact on users.

Doctor Shortage Mapped Across Hungary

A new map reveals the extensive doctor shortage in Hungary, showing that nearly 1.4 million people reside in areas without a permanent general practitioner. The data highlights interconnected issues including unfilled practices, poverty, an aging population, and high mortality rates, emphasizing a critical challenge in the healthcare system.

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