News on social assistance, pensions, employment, income, welfare programs, and protection of vulnerable groups.
Social policy
The conflict between the US, Israel and Iran has led to the most serious disruption of global supply chains since COVID‑19, blocking the Strait of Hormuz and increasing transport costs. WHO and humanitarian…
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April 2026 pensions will be paid from April 7th via post offices and bank transfer. Easter supplements will also be paid to pensioners in need, along…
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The main destinations for Iranian refugees remain Germany, the UK, Canada and other high-income countries, while Bulgaria is more of a transit…
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Minister Ademi announced that around 50,900 applications have been submitted for the 20-euro fuel compensation. The total number is expected to…
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The distribution of food products under the program “Food and Basic Material Assistance” (FBMA) 2021-2027, co-financed by the EU, continues until May…
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The government approved funding for the Bulgarian Red Cross to support Ukrainian refugees. A security agreement with Ukraine has also been signed.
Social policy
The National Social Security Institute (NSSI) has announced the dates for the payment of pensions, supplements and benefits in April 2026. Pensions…
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The support measure for those in need comes into effect. The caretaker Minister of Finance announces the stabilization of fuel prices and inspections…
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The Social Assistance Agency has announced a program to compensate individuals for high fuel prices. A monthly allowance of 20 euros for low-income…
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MPs from There Is Such a People (ITN) insist that Easter and Christmas supplements be granted to all children. They warn that they will insist on the…
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Parliamentarians adopted amendments to the Social Assistance Act, introducing mandatory Christmas and Easter supplements for those in need. The bill…
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The caretaker government has announced a new program of compensation for households due to the rising price of fuel. Low-income individuals owning…
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Seven industry organizations express their categorical support for the changes to the Social Security Code, introducing a multi-fund model in…
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The National Social Security Institute (NSI) will pay out "Easter supplements" to the pensions of over 1.6 million pensioners in April 2026, based on…
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The caretaker prime minister announced support for low-income citizens due to high fuel prices. Find out who is eligible for the assistance and how…
