Slovakia Spectator

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:40:31 +0200
Slovakia’s tax system is too complicated to enforce, top lawyer warns
Peter Slávik says more rates, exemptions and unclear rules make life harder for businesses, accountants and tax offices alike.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200
News digest: Why Fico is targeting an opposition figure now — by reviving an old scandal
Church scaffolding disappears, two women lose nearly €50,000 to scammers, and the PM loses in court.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:03:44 +0200
Would you let a politician marry you? Slovakia says you soon can
A proposal that would have forced MPs, ministers and the president to give newlyweds €500 when officiating weddings was rejected by parliament.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:51:14 +0200
Tax fraud spun out of control. General Prosecutor Žilinka now wants parliament to fix it
His draft law would lower the criminal threshold from €20,000 to €700 and toughen the state’s response to tax offenders.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:28:01 +0200
Pedestrians to gain priority at crossings under new road laws
The changes include higher speeding fines, a ban on e-scooters using pavements, stricter taxi rules and more traffic offences being enforced through cameras.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:35:38 +0200
Two Slovaks stand out in comparison of Europe’s top football leagues
Stats Perform analysis of ten leading European competitions highlighted Sparta Prague's Lukáš Haraslín and Viktoria Plzeň defender Dávid Krčík.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:02:24 +0200
Economy Ministry’s growth plan arrives with little growth to show for it (+ full list of measures)
After six months of delays, the government has unveiled 49 economic measures.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:15:47 +0200
A giant dragon and a cave full of portals are Brezno’s newest tourist attraction
Two immersive illusion rooms inspired by fantasy worlds and Horehronie's mining heritage have opened in the central Slovak town.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:57:38 +0200
Coalition retreats on levy for low-income self-employed
Parliament approved an exemption after warnings that some entrepreneurs could face mandatory social insurance payments despite earning little or no income.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:46:44 +0200
A plane tree from Bratislava’s Danube embankment still grows. Now it tells a wider story
The Open Parks and Gardens Weekend returns with the theme The Eyes of the Garden, opening more than 140 sites across Slovakia and 30 locations in Bratislava.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0200
Taxing times
Paying taxes is painful enough without the government humiliating taxpayers (and itself) in the process.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200
News digest: Sold for scrap. Then valued at €11 million
Schools struggle to publish admissions results, coalition and opposition clash over Tibor Gašpar, and High Tatras trails reopen after a seven-month closure.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:29:31 +0200
Higher living minimum to bring modest tax savings for many workers
Slovakia will raise its living minimum by 3.9 percent from July, with related tax changes taking effect in 2027.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:07:00 +0200
Investors are buying up Slovakia’s housing. The central bank wants to intervene
New mortgage rules would target purchases of third and subsequent properties while helping first-time buyers onto the property ladder.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:02:17 +0200
Did the EU ‘declare war on emojis’ as Mazurek claims?
No. The report cited by the Slovak MEP discusses emojis in the context of criminal activity, not a ban.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:47:52 +0200
Slovak hockey pioneer becomes first woman to receive prestigious IIHF award
The former Slovak goalkeeper was honoured for her outstanding contribution to the national team.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:01:30 +0200
High Tatras hiking trails reopen after seven-month winter closure
Most mountain routes are accessible again from 1 June, although some paths remain closed due to snow, ice and ongoing reconstruction work.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:59:36 +0200
Move over, matcha? Ube emerges as Slovakia’s latest café trend
From Bratislava to Tvrdošín, the vibrant purple yam drink is gaining fans.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:04:41 +0200
Last Week: Fico’s ruling coalition is wobbling as summer approaches
One minister may have to go. 

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:06:27 +0200
Acquiring a Slovak business: what foreign buyers do not see in the data room
Foreign investors come to Slovakia with the expectation of standard acquisition processes, structured due diligence, experienced teams and proven checklists.

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