Statistics and regulation
Official data, economic indicators, government regulations, and analysis of market dynamics.
Tsoncho Ganev: Institutional chaos and fake data about the Eurozone
Tsoncho Ganev from the "Vazrazhdane" party exposes the parallels between illegal construction near Varna and manipulated inflation data regarding Bulgaria's entry into the Eurozone.
"Democratic Bulgaria": Mechanical budget cuts for culture are unacceptable
Democratic Bulgaria opposes the 10 percent cut to the budgets of cultural institutions, describing it as a purely accounting measure devoid of reform and analysis.
Record Pension Growth: NSSI Reports Expenses for 2026
Pension expenses in Bulgaria have increased by nearly ten percent. The National Social Security Institute reported over 4.8 billion euros in paid-out funds up to April 2026.
The "Stores for the People" chain is closing: 2 million BGN spent, the rest returned to the budget
Minister Hristanov announced the closure of the "Stores for the People" chain due to low revenues, links to a sanctioned figure, and suspicious spending. Approximately 2 million BGN has been spent, while the remaining 8 million BGN is being returned to the budget.
Scandal with "Stores for the People": Empty Shelves and Huge Salaries? Gyurov Reacts!
Acting Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov announced a "state-funded experiment for draining funds" in the "Stores for the People" chain. The Minister of Agriculture reported losses and empty shelves.
Necessary Monthly Income for a Three-Person Family in Bulgaria in 2026 - 1473 Euros
The CITUB (Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria) reported data on the necessary monthly income for a three-person family and a single working person in Bulgaria during the first quarter of 2026. The income for subsistence increased by 2.3% on a quarterly basis and 5.2% on an annual basis. A rise in food prices is noted, especially for vegetables, fruits, and meat.
Suspension of the passport issuance service: What you need to know
Temporary suspension of the electronic passport issuance service from April 22 to April 27 due to the introduction of a new model. The issuance of the new passports begins on April 27, 2026, with funding from the EU.
Election Forecast: Higher Voter Turnout Expected and Changes in Party Support
A study by Alpha Research predicts a higher voter turnout in the upcoming elections. An analysis of party support, led by Progressive Bulgaria, as well as voter attitudes.
Employment Agency Moves to Electronic System for Seasonal Work of Foreigners
The Employment Agency is introducing electronic submission of documents for short-term seasonal employment up to 90 days for third-country nationals, in order to combat abuses and speed up the process.
The mobile app for the elections has been downloaded over 2200 times
The Executive Director of "Information Services" Ivaylo Filipov announced that the mobile app for the elections has been downloaded over 2200 times. He emphasized the importance of mutual control and video surveillance, as well as the new system for computer data processing.
MEU Publishes Hash Code for April 19th Election Ballots
The Ministry of Electronic Governance (MEU) has published a hash code that will be printed on each ballot for the April 19th elections. The code is a guarantee of the correctness of the voting software.
Minister Hristanov: Stable food prices for Easter, talks with retail chains expected
Minister Ivan Hristanov announced a meeting with retail chains to discuss prices for Easter. Analyses show stable prices for essential goods. Possible assistance for farmers is also being discussed.
Accessible Electoral Environment: QR Codes, Tactile Templates, and Remote Voting for People with Visual and Hearing Impairments
A forum discusses ways to facilitate voting for people with sensory impairments. QR codes are proposed for information, but experts warn of their limitations. The idea of remote voting is also discussed.
Market Prices Before Easter: Lamb Increases in Price, Vegetables and Fish Decrease
An analysis of food prices before Easter shows an increase in the price of lamb and some fish, while greenhouse vegetables and other types of fish are decreasing in price. SAPI analyzes market trends in Bulgaria.
QR Codes for the Visually Impaired in Polling Stations for Easier Access to Candidate List Information
A QR code will be placed at each polling station, directing the visually impaired to the websites of the district election commissions. This is a solution that provides access to official and up-to-date information about the candidates.