Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) President Plamen Dimitrov stated that the 2026 state budget should be adopted within two months. Speaking at a press conference where the union presented data on the first quarter of 2026 cost-of-living wage, Dimitrov noted that preparations for the regular budget have commenced. He mentioned the existence of an unofficial draft from the caretaker Cabinet, which is slated for the regular government.
Dimitrov added that if a clear parliamentary majority is established, the budget could potentially be adopted in no more than six weeks. CITUB advocates for the adoption of the second version of the 2025 budget, which, according to the union, “never saw the light of day.” This preferred draft included provisions for a 3% deficit, a 10% increase in personnel spending, and an 8.6% rise in pensions, effective from July 1, alongside a substantial capital program. Furthermore, the union expects the new budget to include dedicated support for public transport and targeted measures for vulnerable populations.
Specific proposals include maintaining current public transport fares while introducing free travel for pensioners, socially vulnerable individuals, and persons with disabilities for certain months until price stabilization is achieved. Contextually, the National Assembly recently adopted amendments to the 2025 Budget Extension Act, which will remain in effect until the regular 2026 State Budget Act is passed. Meanwhile, caretaker Finance Minister Georgi Klisurski indicated that the caretaker Cabinet is
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The President of the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB), Plamen Dimitrov, has called for the adoption of the 2026 state budget within a two-month timeframe. During a press c
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