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Parliament votes to cancel fines for unpermitted constructions
In a late-night session on Thursday, Albania’s Parliament voted to annul fines imposed on citizens for building without permits, dating back to 2014. The fines, originally issued under a law...
Democrats and Socialists clash over proposals for waiving fines and debts
The Democratic Party has submitted amendments to the Socialist Party’s draft law on waiving fines for illegal constructions in rural areas and administrative violations imposed during the pandemic. The Democrats’...
Report TV poll: Socialist Party maintains double digit lead
According to the monthly poll conducted by Report TV in collaboration with Eduard Zaloshnja, the Socialist Party (PS) would secure a fourth consecutive term if parliamentary elections were held today,...
Venice Commission opinion sparks renewed political debate over Socialist MP’s mandate
The Venice Commission on Tuesday released its opinion regarding questions posed by the Albanian Speaker of Parliament about the constitutional principles in contention over MP Olta Xhaçka’s mandate. The query...
Socialists finalizing database of potential diaspora voters ahead of May 2025 elections
Within three weeks, the Socialist Party is set to complete a comprehensive database of Albanians living abroad who are eligible to vote for the first time in the parliamentary elections...
Democratic Party promises debt forgiveness for vulnerable groups ahead of 2025 elections
The Democratic Party of Albania, in opposition for 12 years, has announced a key electoral promise ahead of the May 11, 2025, parliamentary elections. The party has pledged to forgive...
Albanian President sets May 11 as date for 2025 parliamentary elections
President Bajram Begaj has officially decreed May 11, 2025, as the date for Albania’s parliamentary elections. The decision aligns with the Electoral Code, which stipulates that elections should take place...
Ruling Socialists propose amnesty for illegal constructions in rural areas sparking heated debate in parliament
On Thursday, the Socialist Party proposed an amnesty for fines related to illegal constructions in rural areas, leading to a contentious parliamentary session. Opposition MPs from the Democratic Party accused...
Albanian Parliament approves 2025 state budget
The Albanian Parliament has approved the 2025 state budget, passing it article by article with 75 votes from the Socialist majority and 24 votes against from the Democratic opposition. Despite...
Berisha returns to PD headquarters, targets SPAK over Elbasan gang case
After a three-day absence following a court decision that lifted his house arrest, Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha returned to the party’s headquarters for a press conference. Speaking to journalists,...