News on social assistance, pensions, employment, income, welfare programs, and protection of vulnerable groups.
Social policy
From 1 August, the health insurance payment for thousands of long-term unemployed people in Bulgaria rises to 24.81 euros a month, and the first payment is due by 25 September 2026.
Social policy
The Aleko Konstantinov Satirical Theatre team will wear two different shoes tomorrow to support people with disabilities.
Social policy
The finance ministry wants to raise the monthly food voucher from 102 to 200 euros and push the yearly cap for them up to 1.5 billion euros.
Social policy
The Cabinet increased the subsidy for the BRC by 920,300 euros, of which 154,300 euros are for the Mountain Rescue Service.
Social policy
NOI reports huge differences in pensions by region – from 767 euros for men in Sofia to 374 euros for women in Kardzhali.
Social policy
Labor Minister Natalia Efremova is discussing increases in child benefits, birth grants, and tax reliefs for families with children next year.
Social policy
Social Minister Natalia Efremova announced a one-time aid for eight groups of citizens, which will start being paid from next month.
Social policy
Social Minister Natalia Efremova announced one-time support for 550,000 people, starting next month, which will be paid out without the need to apply.
Social policy
Additional funds from the 2026 DSO budget will cover accommodation and service costs at the „Prevention, Rehabilitation and Leisure“ EAD bases.
Social policy
The National Employment Action Plan aims to include 8,000 unemployed people in projects by the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy.
Social policy
The new "Personal Assistance" mechanism office will serve about 600 users and assistants from the Meden Rudnik complex and nearby residential areas.
Social policy
The Ombudsman proposes a one-time payment for households using solid fuel following numerous complaints received from citizens.
Social policy
Over 126,000 children from first, second, third, fourth, and eighth grades are covered by the state support for the new school year, the Agency…
Social policy
Minister of Labour and Social Policy Natalia Efremova announced tax relief, higher maternity benefits, and Christmas bonuses for families in 2025.
Social policy
The Ministry of Labor and Social Policy is accepting nominations for the 12th edition of the national competition in three different innovation…
