Oversight and accountability
News about public finance control, institutional oversight, audits, inspections, and transparency.
Food Prices in Bulgaria: 100% Discrepancy!
Official food prices in Bulgaria differ from the real ones by up to 100%, signals the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (KNSB). The difference is greatest in dairy products. The social consequences are alarming, with a risk of poverty for 30% of the population.
School Bus Inspection: 1000 Checked
The Executive Agency "Automobile Administration" inspected nearly 1000 school buses. Despite rectified inconsistencies, 36 injunctions were issued, raising concerns about children's safety. Strict control continues.
The design of Bulgarian euro coins revealed: All denominations
ECB President Christine Lagarde revealed the design of all Bulgarian euro coins, including the cents, in a Facebook post.
Minister Mundrov guarantees full transparency in access to information
The Ministry of Electronic Governance is conducting consultations with civil organizations regarding changes to the Law on Access to Public Information, while preserving the constitutional rights of citizens.
Prosecutor_q_s Office and ADFA with a new agreement against financial abuse
The Prosecutor_q_s Office and the ADFA signed an agreement for enhanced cooperation in the fight against financial abuse and corruption. The goal is to protect public funds.
Hearing of Candidates for the CPC: The Nomination Committee Decides
The nomination committee will hold a hearing today for the four candidates for the new Commission for Combating Corruption (CPC). The public is following the selection.
CPC investigates the cooking oil market over price speculation
The Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) is launching an investigation into the sunflower cooking oil market for anticompetitive practices.
Over 216,000 BGN in fines for mayors and parties from the National Audit Office
The National Audit Office imposed fines of over 216,000 leva on mayors, government officials, and party leaders for violating laws.
Regional Governor of Sofia Reveals the Truth About State Properties: Why Aren't They Being Sold?
Stefan Arsov explains the mechanism for managing state property, emphasizing the priority of public interest over political suggestions.
CPC initiates three proceedings on public procurement in the energy sector
The Commission for Protection of Competition begins investigations against NEK, NPP "Kozloduy" and Svishtov Municipality following complaints about public procurement in the energy and infrastructure sector.
Nomination Committee Set a Date for Hearing Candidates for Anti-Corruption Body
Five high-ranking experts from various institutions will evaluate four candidates for members of the Anti-Corruption Commission at a special meeting.
Nomination commission reviews candidates for anti-corruption body in parliament
Five experts from different institutions are meeting to select members of the Anti-Corruption Commission through a thorough evaluation procedure.
Scandal with Million-Dollar Bonuses at the Road Infrastructure Agency - Prosecutor's Office Investigating
An investigation reveals the distribution of over 2.2 million leva in additional compensation among leadership staff, which has sparked public interest and suspicions of corrupt practices.
Prosecutor's Office Investigates Additional Remunerations in RIA
The Sofia City Prosecutor's Office has assigned KPKONPI to investigate a report of irregularities in the payment of additional remunerations at the "Road Infrastructure" Agency.
PP Signals EC About Irregularities in Selection of CACC Leadership
We Continue the Change sent a letter to the EC, expressing concerns about the procedure for selecting the leadership of the Commission for Anti-Corruption and Confiscation of Criminal Assets in Bulgaria.