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Coalition supporters want to see Progresívne Slovensko disbanded
General Prosecutor Maroš Žilinka (l) and Progresívne Slovensko leader Michal Šimečka. (source: TASR)
The General Prosecutor's Office has recently received several proposals to dissolve the opposition party Progresívne Slovensko, days before the European elections.
Following the attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico (Smer) in mid-May, some supporters of the current ruling coalition began demanding the dissolution of the opposition party, for example, on social networks. They have accused the PS party of contributing to the attack on the premier with its criticism of the coalition and protests.
"The Office will get the documents needed to check if the general prosecutor can file a lawsuit to dissolve the political party," said the Office's spokesperson Jana Tökölyová, as quoted by the SITA news agency.
PS leader Michal Šimečka said on June 4 that PS is a democratic party and was voted for by over 530,000 citizens. He also added that he hopes that the general prosecutor will resolve this issue as soon as possible.
"If the general prosecutor tried to intervene in it [EP elections] in any way, he would be skating on very, very thin ice," Šimečka added.
General Prosecutor Maroš Žilinka responded by saying that he has always followed the law, consistently "rejecting any influence and interests" and safeguarding the public interest. Žilinka has been criticised for the lack of communication, excessive use of Section 363 to cancel charges in high-profile corruption cases, and his support for abolishing the Special Prosecutor's Office.
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FEATURE STORY
From storms to Sydney beaches: Being a digital nomad is a ride
Neither Slovak legislation nor statistics recognise the term 'digital nomad', which is often taken to mean working remotely from home rather than abroad. (source: Pexels)
Oli Džupinková says that the life of a digital nomad has made her more adaptable. In one year, she worked from eight different countries. The lifestyle has gained popularity in Slovakia, despite the fact that Slovak legislation is not aware of it.
EVENT
Dance by the fountain
The Družba fountain has become an attraction for Bratislavans since its relaunch. (source: SME - Marko Erd)
Come to the Námestie Slobody square, Bratislava, on Wednesday, June 5, and learn Latin-American dance moves with professionals. Or you can just sit and watch the sunset while listening to romantic bachata songs, passionate salsa music, and sensual kizomba sounds.
The event is free, and it is held every Wednesday from 18:00 to 22:00 between July and September.
IN OTHER NEWS
Culture Minister Martina Šimkovičová, a nationalist, discussed at the end of her working trip to Italy the possibility of mounting a bust of Slovak statesman Milan Rastislav Štefánik in Rome. (TASR)
The Interior Ministry wants to cancel allowances for housing Ukrainian refugees who have been granted temporary refuge. According to the proposal, the state will support their accommodation for only 120 days, apart from exceptions (vulnerable groups from Ukraine such as older people, under 5s, the disabled). Back in March, the government cut the amount of these housing allowances.
In preparation for the European Parliament elections, the Statistics Office carried out three successful tests of the processing of election results.
Due to the rising water levels of the Danube and Morava rivers, several localities in Bratislava, including the Slovanské embankment beneath the Devín Castle, have been closed to the public. The water level reached 720 cm in downtown Bratislava on Wednesday, April 5, at 1:15 AM. There is a second-level flood warning issued for the areas near two hydrometric stations: Bratislava-Devínska Nová Ves and Bratislava-Dunaj. It will remain in place until June 7 - for now.
Second-level warnings issued for two Bratislava areas on June 4. (source: SHMÚ/The Slovak Spectator)
The decision of the Belgian court of inquiry in the case of the death of Slovak national Jozef Chovanec, which was due to be announced on June 3, has been adjourned until September 25, the prosecutor's office in Charleroi, Belgium said. The office decided to drop charges in the case. According to the prosecutor's office, the airport police officers and paramedics called in to deal with Chovanec were not responsible for his death. However, Slovakia has requested that the case should be transferred to a criminal court. Chovanec died in February 2018 after being arrested by the federal police at Charleroi airport and the subsequent controversial actions of police officers. (TASR)
The number of abortions in Slovakia decreased year-on-year. While last year there were 5,201 abortions, the year before 5539 abortions. (NCZI)
The Kia Slovakia plant at Teplička nad Váhom, Žilina Region, has produced its five-millionth car, managing to do so in less than 18 years after the start of mass production at the facility. The five-millionth vehicle was a Kia Sportage HEV. (TASR)
A firefighter extracts water from the garden of a family house following heavy torrential rain in the village of Kamenná Poruba in the district of Vranov nad Topľou, eastern Slovakia, on June 4, 2024. (source: TASR)
WEATHER FOR WEDNESDAY: Prepare for quite clear skies. Sometimes there will be thunderstorms and rain. The maximum temperature during the day will range from 21°C to 28°C. (SHMÚ)
JUNE 5 NAME DAY IN SLOVAKIA: Laura.
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