Tag: Budget
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Limerick Council Faces Multi-Million Overspend Crisis Amid Rising Tensions
Overview of the Row and the Overspend The long-running tensions between Limerick’s Mayor and the council’s director general resurfaced this week as a financial report uncovered a multi-million euro overspend within the local authority. The revelation has intensified scrutiny of how funds are managed, prompting questions about budgeting, accountability, and governance at Limerick City and…
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Limerick Council Overspend Sparks Heated Meeting in Ireland
Overview: A Council in Turmoil Over Overspend The usual cadence of Limerick City and County Council meetings was upended this week as a financial report exposed a multi-million euro overspend within the local authority. The revelation has triggered a fresh clash between Mayor John Moran and council director general Dr Pat Daly, escalating concerns about…
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Government Unveils Relief for Salaried Class Ahead of Next Budget
No mini-budget this year: A strategic pivot The government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has signaled a deliberate shift in economic policy, announcing that no mini-budget will be introduced in the current fiscal year. Instead, the administration aims to roll out a comprehensive budget strategy that prioritizes relief for the salaried class and stabilizes…
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Is KVF Facing a Leadership Crisis? Decoding the Ruto-Singapore Dream and the Controller of Budget’s Verdict
Overview: Rumors of KVF’s Leadership Crisis Affairs within any major public institution can become a focal point for political debate, especially when a government champion’s flagship projects collide with fiscal realities. In recent discussions, questions have arisen about whether the Kenya Vision Foundation (KVF) or a similarly named body is entangled in a leadership crisis.…
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KVF Leadership Crisis? What the Budget Watchdog Means for Kenya’s Governance
Is KVF Facing a Serious Leadership Crisis? Speculation about leadership struggles within major Kenyan organizations has intensified amid controversial statements and policy shifts. While it’s essential to distinguish between organizational governance issues and broader political dynamics, discussions around KVF—whether referring to a federation, foundation, or another national body—have spotlighted questions about leadership integrity, strategic direction,…
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Oregon Governor Kotek pivots: pushing to scrap the transportation bill
What changed and why In a surprising turn, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has signaled she wants to set aside and effectively scrap the state’s newly passed transportation funding bill. The move comes after months of intense lobbying, negotiations, and a concerted campaign by Republican lawmakers who questioned the bill’s structure, funding mechanisms, and long-term fiscal…
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Budget boost: Philippines’ higher agricultural spend aims to strengthen food security
Overview: More funds for farming and fisheries The Philippine government is counting on a higher agricultural budget this year to drive stronger farm and fishery output and to reinforce the country’s food security in the coming years. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said that the increased allocation is designed to support farmers and fisherfolk, helping…
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Education Gets P1.35 Trillion Budget — A Milestone for Philippine Schools
Record Education Budget Highlights a Ambitious Year for Philippine Schools The signing of the 2026 national budget has put education at the forefront of the Philippines’ fiscal priorities. Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced that the government allocated a record P1.35 trillion to the education sector, constituting about 4.4 percent of the country’s gross domestic product…
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DPWH Budget 2026: No New Flood Control Projects Nationwide
DPWH Budget 2026: What the Numbers Say The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) recently clarified that the proposed 2026 national budget does not allocate new funding for locally-funded flood control projects. This clarification follows and counters social media posts and headlines claiming a P2.49 billion set aside for such initiatives. Government officials stressed…
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Watchdogs Pressure Marcos to Act on P633 Billion in 2026 Budget Pork Items
Budget Watchdogs Call for Scrutiny of 2026 Budget Budget watchdog groups are calling on President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to promptly act on a sizeable portion of the proposed 2026 national budget, totaling about P633 billion, that they say carries a high risk of corruption and political patronage. The figure appears within the broader P6.793…