2018 local elections, page 2
Foreigners living in Slovakia can influence the results of the upcoming municipal elections on November 10, 2018. Here is what you need to know before visiting a polling station.
All eyes on Humenné: The symbol of Smer's decline
The loss of Smer's Jana Vaľová in the mayoral race has become symbolic of the 2018 municipal vote.
5 most significant results of the municipal elections
A slightly higher turnout and more independent candidates. Some results in the municipal elections came as a surprise.
Another regional capital gets a "hipster mayor"
Smer lost all the regional capitals.
Bratislavans chose Vallo's plan
Architect Matúš Vallo won the election following an unprecedented campaign in the capital.
Municipal vote: Independent candidates dominate
Inhabitants of Slovak towns and villages have elected their new mayors.
Municipal elections: Moratorium has begun
Political campaigning on the internet and social media is banned as well.
Slovakia will elect the next mayors and councillors on Saturday
Foreigners with permanent residence can cast their vote as well.
We want foreigners to integrate but we do everything to see them fail
If foreigners feel left out, it will become more and more complicated for them in the future but also for common coexistence, researcher says.
Trading votes for permanent residence - election corruption á la Slovakia
Votes have been traded for a variety of things, including ski lift-passes.
Moving the Foreigners' Police to Vajnory is an improvement
But more can be done for foreigners, says Vajnory Mayor and candidate for the mayor of the capital, Jan Mrva.
FAQ: How can foreigners vote in municipal elections in Slovakia?
Foreigners living in Slovakia can influence the results of the upcoming municipal elections. Here is what you need to know before visiting a polling station.
Blog: Beyond “The Invisible”
Journalist Anca Dragu urges foreigners to make politicians care by casting their votes in the upcoming municipal elections on November 10.
Mika: Bratislava needs to define what kind of city it is
Former top media manager Václav Mika believes experiences from running the public-service broadcaster can be useful in running the capital.
Foreigners in Slovakia: Will they vote in upcoming elections?
Dutch activist after 13 years in Slovakia: I am still waiting to have a mayor who will translate the website of the city of Bratislava into English.
TIS: Trust of Slovaks in municipal politicians is declining
The transparency watchdog conducted a survey recently, focusing on people’s trust in municipal governance.
Poll: Mika leads the fight for Bratislava mayor
But the difference between the first four candidates is small.
Vallo: Bratislavans love their city, but are angry with it
Architect Matúš Vallo says politicians turning foreigners into a problem to gain political points are responsible for the murder of Henry Acorda.
Have your say
The municipal election campaign has begun. Foreign residents can – and should – vote.
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Blog: Foreigners, get involved
What about making our voices heard? And not only in itsy-bitsy interviews about traditional cuisine and the High Tatras.
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