AGAIN ABOUT NGOs. Apparently the best-funded NGOs are those representing the climate sector. Look into 'Green Freedom'. It is sponsored not only by the SIF (Society Integration Fund) but also by the Ministry of Culture from budget funds. There are projects worth several million euros, though more than half of the funding comes from EU funds or the German international cooperation agency (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit), funded by the German government. This NGO's external strategy documents do not hide the fact that it influences politics with state money. Its target audience includes political institutions at the municipal and Saeima levels, educational institutions, the Bank of Latvia, the European Commission, and MEPs. Its large funding creates a deceptive impression of public representation of climate neutrality ideas. Therefore, 'Green Freedom' advises political parties on incorporating climate issues into their programs. It has hindered the construction of the Skulte liquefied natural gas terminal, lobbied for restrictions on Latvia's natural resources (wood, peat) use in heat and electricity generation, supports the development of solar and wind energy in Latvia, as well as the emissions trading system, hence taxing fuel with a CO2 tax, subsidies for electric car purchases, and simply more expensive electricity. All of this in the name of a climate-neutral society! For objective representation of opinions, any co-financing for such NGOs, especially when they lobby for policy that is not legitimized by elections, should be stopped. The feeding grounds must be eliminated. P.S. Only cemeteries are climate-neutral. There are no producers or consumers there. Attached are some excerpts from 'Green Freedom's' strategy that literally promise us a more expensive life.
NGOs and State Money - Did you know that you have paid for the creation of an inclusive language guide for communicating with non-binary persons? Did you know that you continue to pay for integration courses for third-country nationals in Latvia? And podcasts on LGBTQ+ issues? Yes, these projects have been paid for by every taxpayer, whose money went to NGOs maintained from the state budget. There is an institution – the Society Integration Fund – which every year redistributes tens of millions of euros to various NGOs, which as interest-group-formed institutions represent public interests. I partly understand the purpose of NGO representatives’ activities, as these institutions fill a gap between public needs and state-provided services. However, their operations do not fit the norms of a democratic, free-market-driven, capitalist society. First, any organization maintained by taxpayer money is not and cannot be non-governmental. It is impossible to appeal to public interests based on one's own membership in them, to implement the desires of a narrow group with my and your money. This becomes a state-paid private hobby without a citizens' mandate. Second, the projects implemented by NGOs in most cases are policy-making with state money, distorting the proportion of representation of specific opinions in society. SIF supports diversity, inclusion, sexual diversity, etc., oriented projects that have nothing to do with the opinion of the majority of society. Quite the opposite. If specific societal groups want to see their interests realized, then that must be achieved through parties, to bring the idea to a politically elected institution. Third, in a capitalist society, the test of necessity for ideas represented by non-governmental organizations is donations and internal membership fees. That is, society knows how to self-organize, and the 'vote with the wallet' is the surest proof of the necessity of a specific function, service, or activity. Otherwise, any individual can appeal to the non-representation of their desires in political programs, declare themselves an NGO, and ask for money for reading newspapers, because that too is activism representing public interests. I, and I suspect you too, have not allowed your money to be spent on ideas that you may not even support. In my opinion, such breeding grounds must be eliminated!
New pedestrian crossings will be built in July! 🟰 Valmieras x Ģertrūdes 🟰 Cēsu x Tallinas 🟰 Tallinas x Tērbatas 🟰 Šarlotes x Palīdzības
Give way to change! https://t.co/yy0huCoTRF
This week the conservative coalition's political agenda finally became clearer: - attack civil society; - attack scientists and academic freedom. All the big issues - AB, RB, budget - have been set aside to whip up the public with these 'priorities'.
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ℹ️ Since July 1, the first fully automated court process in the compulsory enforcement warning procedure has been in operation in Latvia. In simple and undisputed cases it allows decisions to be made faster, while judges can devote more time to hearing complex cases. The Court Administration (@tiesuadm) has outlined the next priorities for court digitalization. After the successful completion of the second development phase of e-case, we continue to improve the Court Information System, strengthen cyber security and develop digital services. E-case is not just a technology project. It is a change that makes court work more efficient, services more accessible and strengthens public trust in the rule of law. At the same time, we continue to strengthen the resilience of the judicial system: ➡️ we are improving cyber security solutions; ➡️ developing solutions for the continuity of court work; ➡️ continuing to implement the reform of court assistants. The goal is a modern, secure and efficient judicial system that works for the people.
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An audit cannot find a person guilty, but it can reveal facts indicating a possible criminal offense. Such information must be assessed by investigative bodies and the prosecutor's office when deciding whether to initiate criminal proceedings. @prokuratura_LV@KNABinforme@Valsts_policijahttps://t.co/9p9oond6SS
🔵 #PēcRevīzijas we conclude – Ogre Municipality has not ensured transparent and accountable management of public funds and property. 💼 We identified systematic shortcomings in financial management, procurement, development planning, operation of municipal agencies, remuneration, and funding for associations. 💼 The audit also found signs of fraud risk, which we reported to law enforcement and other supervisory authorities. 💼 The audit also found inappropriate use of public funds of at least EUR 443,000. 📢 We provided 3 recommendations to Ogre Municipality to strengthen the quality of governance, transparency, and responsible use of public funds. ℹ️ Find out more: https://t.co/OSI1SGtIdy ℹ️ Audit report: https://t.co/Qeblv3vVmS
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📌In the OECD discussion on adult basic skills, we talked about an issue that is much broader than just education. 🇱🇻For Latvia, a particularly significant challenge is literacy. And it is not just the ability to read a text. It is the ability to understand, analyze, compare information and see connections https://t.co/yxXmGDbnfe
🟣 To discuss in person issues related to education quality and accessibility and to get acquainted with the infrastructure of educational institutions, the Minister of Education and Science @IIndriksone is going on working visits to Dobele County and Talsi County this week and early next week. 🗣️
The forestry sector is significant to the national economy and it is clear that in the foreseeable future it will not lose its role, therefore constructive cooperation of all involved parties is necessary.
In a conversation with the Latvian Forest Industry Trade Union, the Minister of Agriculture @uldisaugulis discussed challenges in the union's work, emphasizing the importance of workers' well-being, safety, and education. The Minister agreed with the union to meet regularly to discuss current issues.
Good day! The audit in Ogre was not extraordinary. The audit topic “Legality and expediency of Ogre Municipality’s actions with financial resources and property” was approved already at the end of 2024, while we practically started work in spring 2025. The selection of this topic is based on an analysis of several factors. Applications from residents and supervisory institutions are only one of the criteria. We also take into account the financial situation in the municipality, the existence of a link between development and budget planning, the quality and transparency of planning documents for activities implemented by the municipality, the number and periodicity of investment and construction projects, structural changes (creation of new institutions), as well as what has been established in our previous audits. Significant circumstances and risks are also often disclosed in the public space, drawing our attention. A comprehensive audit of a municipality is nothing unusual. Periodically, audits assess municipalities’ handling of financial resources and property. Similar audits have already been carried out, for example, in the municipalities of Rēzekne city, Alūksne county, Talsi county, Ķekava county, Jūrmala city, Saldus county and Rīga city. All audit reports are publicly available on our website: https://t.co/Z0W7hcqxJI ⚙️Moreover, we are currently conducting a performance audit in Rīga, “Expediency of the institutional organisation and use of resources of Rīga city municipality”. 🪛We have created a couple of tools so that everyone can easily follow our work in municipalities: 👉Here you can obtain information on how municipalities are involved in active audits: https://t.co/3lROIkelgw 👉On this municipal map you can select the desired municipality and view the related completed audits for that municipality: https://t.co/NGGr6qxpG1
Edgars Korčagins is conducting an extraordinary audit in Ogre, not in Riga, for the period when the city was led by Vilnis Ķirsis from “New Unity”. It is no coincidence that Šmite-Roķe covered up the JV envelope-wage case.
This week the conservative coalition's political agenda finally became clearer: - attack civil society; - attack scientists and academic freedom. All the big issues - AB, RB, budget - have been set aside to whip up the public with these 'priorities'.
"Europe cannot afford to be slow. In modern defence, a fast innovation cycle is crucial. Within the framework of the new programme, funding will be allocated. Innovation is Europe's strength, and it is time to fully use that strength," @ijabshttps://t.co/NjIeZMDUlp
Good day! A comprehensive audit in a municipality is not unusual. Periodically in audits we assess municipalities' handling of financial resources and property. Similar audits have already been conducted, for example, in Rēzekne state city, Alūksne municipality, Talsi municipality, Ķekava municipality, Jūrmala state city, Saldus municipality, and Rīga state city. All audit reports are publicly available on our website: https://t.co/Z0W7hcqxJI Accordingly, the selection of the audit topic 'Lawfulness and expediency of Ogre municipality's handling of financial resources and property' is based on an analysis of several factors. Submissions from residents and supervisory institutions are only one criterion. We also take into account the municipality's financial situation, the existence of a link between development and budget planning, the quality and transparency of planning documents for the municipality's implemented activities, the number and frequency of investment and construction projects, structural changes (creation of new institutions), as well as findings from our previous audits. Also, significant circumstances and risks are often revealed in the public space that draw our attention. ℹ️ More information on how we determine audit topics is available here: https://t.co/dBtU2vQYKv ⚙️ We have created a couple of tools so that everyone can conveniently follow our work in municipalities: 👉 Here you can get information about municipal involvement in active audits: https://t.co/3lROIkelgw 👉 In this municipal map you can select the desired municipality and view already completed audits in which that municipality was involved: https://t.co/NGGr6qxpG1
Is Helmanis running, or is this JV campaign for something? :)) @VKontrole by what criteria was exactly Ogre chosen? When will we be able to see the Cēsis audit? If you audit, then audit all municipalities by the same criteria and publish the report. I am convinced that @Jauna_Vienotiba in Cēsis is not in a better situation.
Greetings, @J_Hermanis! Would it be possible to extract statistical data on the share of citizenship of the population of Latvia's administrative territorial units and create a video like this? 🤫 https://t.co/ref7STIGPx
Wood is the best and most climate-friendly fuel, and it is a renewable natural resource that grows right here in Latvia. As trees grow, they absorb as much carbon dioxide as they later release when burned, so wood is a CO2-neutral product. Afterwards, the ashes from burning can be worked back into the soil as fertilizer in the forest, creating even better growing conditions for future forest stands.
@EmilsBuikis@Progresivie The November vote was not about revoking citizenship. The Saeima has no authority to revoke anyone's citizenship. The vote was about a request to the interior minister - if Pro had supported it, then nothing would have changed for Aven, but it would for the interior minister, who would be one step closer to resignation.
@casparons@Progresivie The November vote was not about revoking citizenship. The Saeima has no authority to revoke anyone's citizenship. The vote was on a request to the Minister of the Interior - if Pro had supported it, nothing would have changed for Aven, but it would have for the Minister of the Interior, who would have been one step closer to resignation.
@suvajevs@Progresivie What about the 13.11.2025 vote on revoking citizenship from citizen Aven? Specifically, your vote was AGAINST and I didn't ask about coalitions, oppositions, wives, husbands, lovers, etc., but specifically why did you vote AGAINST? Will you explain to the other citizens?
@AtisM37@Progresivie The November vote was not about revoking citizenship. The Saeima has no authority to revoke anyone's citizenship. The vote was about a request to the interior minister - if Pro had supported it, nothing would have changed for Aven, but the interior minister would be one step closer to resignation.
@polverity@n_karklinz@Progresivie The November vote was not about revoking citizenship. The Saeima has no authority to revoke anyone's citizenship. The vote was about a demand to the interior minister - if Pro had supported it, then Avenam would not have changed, but the interior minister would, who would be one step closer to resignation.
@suvajevs@n_karklinz@Progresivie 🔍 It is not morally right to ask for courage from J.Dombrava and the prime minister if @Progresivie unfortunately have not shown it. Please look at the 11.2025 vote and avoid such populist posts in your pre-election campaign ❗️ https://t.co/G7BRpj74t3
Another piece of news that won't please the #vissirslikti whiners (I guess I need to start a column): In the first six months of 2026, Latvia registered 8.4% more new companies than last year and 18.2% more than in the corresponding period of 2024.
New companies are being registered almost as actively as before the pandemic, while the number of liquidated companies is ~4x lower.
Populists advertise bad news on social media for money. I guess the good news has to be spread by ourselves. ;)