Combating Violence Against Women in the Czech Republic: Beyond the Coronavirus
In a previous article, Brno Daily reported on the increase in domestic violence due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, in a follow-up article, guest contributor Alexandria Wilson McDonald examines the…
Recycling of Metal Waste To Be Expanded From July
The Czech government will provide financial incentives for municipalities to expand the recycling of metal waste, including food and drink cans, by allowing it to be disposed of in yellow…
Tobacco Tax Increase and Cash Alternative to Food Vouchers Included in 2021 Tax Proposals
The Czech Ministry of Finance has proposed a package of tax changes for 2021, including increases on cigarette and tobacco duty, an alternative scheme to the widely used “stravenky” (food…
New Slovak Government Uses Coronavirus Crisis To Target Abortion Rights
Slovak human rights campaigners won their most recent battle to protect the right to legal abortions in December last year. But now, the new conservative-leaning government is using the coronavirus…
Czech Republic Opens Borders with Austria and Germany; Negative Tests Will Be Necessary
From Tuesday, May 26th, all Czech Republic’s border crossings with Germany and Austria will be open, with only random checks taking place. A negative test for covid-19 not older than…
Governments Announces Reductions to Road Tax and VAT on Accommodation and Event Admission
On Monday, the government adopted a tax package that will reduce VAT (value added tax, also known as sales tax) from 15 to 10% on accommodation services and admission to…
Special Store Opening Hours for Senior Citizens To End From Tuesday
The special hours reserved for senior shopping, brought in to curb the spread of coronavirus among the most vulnerable group, are ending, following a decision taken at Monday’s cabinet meeting.…
Proposed Amendment To Transport Law Includes Stricter Penalties and Tougher Rules For New Drivers
The Ministry of Transport has tabled an amendment to the Road Transport Act, altering the penalties for road offences including talking on the phone while driving and exceeding the speed…
Mask-free Summer? Cabinet Will Decide in June
According to the Health Minister Adam Vojtěch, the mandatory wearing of masks in enclosed spaces and public transport could end at the end of June, reported Czech news website on…
From Thursday, Residents of Slovakia Can Enter the Czech Republic and Return Within 24 Hours Without a Test
From Thursday, May 21st, Slovak residents can travel to selected countries for one day, including the Czech Republic, without having to enter quarantine or submit a negative Covid-19 test result…