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Several Hungarian MPs, including János Lázár and Péter Szijjártó, received significantly reduced salaries for July due to numerous absences, though some were able to justify their non-attendance.
Hungarian MPs have voted to block Viktor Orbán's potential return to power by implementing a new constitutional amendment that limits the prime minister's rule to eight years. This move, spearheaded by Péter Magyar, aims to prevent Orbán from seeking re-election after his current term.
Hungarian Members of Parliament debated a proposal aimed at curbing hate-inciting posters, with discussions reportedly including references to Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore's tail.
Hungarian lawmakers have unanimously approved a 40% reduction in their own salaries. This decision was made following a proposal, with some citing modesty as a reason for the significant pay cut.
Maďarská Tisza navrhuje zníženie platov poslancov aj príplatkov za funkcie. Priemerný plat klesne o tisíce eur a dotkne sa to všetkých zákonodarcov.
A review of the new Hungarian parliamentary representatives' qualifications revealed that most hold university degrees and a significant majority are proficient in at least one foreign language.
Members of parliament who entered the legislature from national lists have received their mandates, with all three parties expressing hope for constructive cooperation. The Tisza party leader commented on criticisms against the justice minister nominee.
An investigation is underway against Hungarian MPs Dávid Bedő and others for lighting smoke flares in Parliament last year, following a complaint filed by Speaker László Kövér.
Hungary's president has been dismissed, a move that could set a dangerous precedent for future governments, according to an analysis. The terms of Hungarian MPs are also being shortened.
The Hungarian Parliament has approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministerial terms to two, a move that could prevent Viktor Orbán from returning to power in the future. This decision comes as the EU and Ukraine begin formal accession talks, which Orbán had previously delayed.
Hungarian MPs Balázs Németh and Zoltán Tanács reportedly clashed in parliament over a 'fallen tail,' with the incident humorously attributed to Pottyondy Edina.
Hungarian members of parliament unanimously voted to reduce their salaries by 40 percent, citing modesty as the reason for the significant pay cut. This decision reflects a collective effort towards financial restraint.
Hungary's parliament rejected a bill to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), ensuring its continued membership. This decision comes as former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faces an upcoming ICC trial for crimes against humanity, with up to 70 witnesses expected.
A guide has been published for the 141 new MPs entering the Hungarian parliament, including those from the Tisza Party and Fidesz, to help them navigate parliamentary procedures and office setup.
Newly elected Hungarian Members of Parliament, chosen from party lists, have received their credentials in a ceremony, with István Kapitány being the first and notable absences including Lázár János and Szijjártó Péter.
Péter Magyar, a prominent figure challenging Viktor Orbán's system, has proposed significant salary reductions for Hungarian members of parliament and ministers, aiming to dismantle mechanisms established by the former prime minister.
A significantly higher proportion of Hungarian parliamentary representatives earn income from real estate rentals compared to the national average. This raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest influencing legislation, as seen in international examples.
Hungarian Members of Parliament have agreed to reduce their salaries by 40% to ease public finances, aligning with Prime Minister Péter Magyar's integrity policies amidst budget challenges.
Hungarian Members of Parliament have reduced their salaries by 40% following a demand from opposition figure Péter Magyar. This decision comes as Magyar continues to gain political traction and influence.
A growing number of Hungarian Members of Parliament who lost their seats in the April election are donating their severance pay to charitable causes.
A total of 141 new Tisza Party MPs, along with 15 Fidesz-KDNP and one Mi Hazánk representative, have begun their first parliamentary term and are undergoing training on how to be a representative.
Several Hungarian Members of Parliament, including Zsolt Molnár, Péter Ungár, and Péter Harrach, are confirmed not to be in the next National Assembly, with some leaving after twenty or thirty years, while others await election results.