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Unity denies allegations of tax evasion
Unity denies allegations of tax evasion
An envelope wage scandal in the prime minister's party Unity has been made public by former party office employee Normunds Orleāns. The political force calls this a lie. The allegations will still be assessed by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), Latvian Television reported on March 11.
Postal Service in a tough financial situation, says chief
Postal Service in a tough financial situation, says chief
As the number of letters and press subscriptions decreases, the state-owned company Latvijas Pasts (LP) has found itself in a dire financial situation, Beāte Krauze-Čebotare, head of the company, said in an interview with Latvian Radio on January 30.
Growing figures of legionella infection this year in Latvia
Growing figures of legionella infection this year in Latvia
Already 11 deaths caused by legionella bacteria have been identified this year. Epidemiologists worry that much of this is due to the energy-price crisis. People save on water heating, but it creates a good environment for the growth of these deadly bacteria, Latvian Radio reported on December 20.
Concerns about delays in Stradiņš hospital construction
Concerns about delays in Stradiņš hospital construction
The construction project of the new buildings of the Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital might not be finished on time, the hospital is concerned. Only 1/3 of the amount planned has been spent, Latvian Radio reported November 22.
Another knitting campaign for Ukraine soldiers launched
Another knitting campaign for Ukraine soldiers launched
Injured soldiers in Ukraine are in need of knitted socks and sleeves which can be unbuttoned so that they can be worn over their cast and injured limbs. Latvian organizations are holding a campaign so this can be done, Latvian Radio reported November 21.
Deposit system used by majority of Latvian public
Deposit system used by majority of Latvian public
According to the latest study results published November 17 by the deposit packaging operator (DIO), a majority or 93% of Latvian residents use the deposit system for drinks packages, while 71% of the population use it at least once a month.
Latvia plans to buy iodine pills
Latvia plans to buy iodine pills
Latvia is thinking about buying iodine pills to help residents avoid radioactivity hazards in the event of a nuclear disaster, Latvian Radio reported on October 26. 
Emergency service currently not overloaded by Covid-19
Emergency service currently not overloaded by Covid-19
As Covid-19 morbidity decreases, the Emergency Medical Service (NMPD) is currently no longer overloaded by this illness, but due to various other problems, the availability of brigades is lower than last autumn, Latvian Radio reported on October 25.
Stradiņš University unveils new medical study complex
Stradiņš University unveils new medical study complex
The Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) has created a new study complex with an array of operations equipped with simulation technologies in its Medical Educational Technology Center, Latvian Radio reported October 25.
KGB museum could face closure due to building safety concerns
KGB museum could face closure due to building safety concerns
If the manager of the historic building, so-called 'Corner House', which houses the branch of the Occupation Museum with the KGB exhibition, does not prevent safety violations identified by the State Fire and Rescue Service, the museum could close and the building would lose operation rights in 2024, Latvian Radio reported on October 12.
Teachers' Day marked in Latvia
Teachers' Day marked in Latvia
On October 2, Teachers' Day is celebrated in Latvia. Inga Vanaga, head of the Latvian Education and Science Workers union (LIZDA), invites the public to remember all their teachers, from primary school to higher education, Latvian Radio reported Sunday. 
Over 300 healthcare workers on two-day strike in Latvia
Over 300 healthcare workers on two-day strike in Latvia
316 healthcare workers will participate in the warning strike announced by the Latvian Health and Social Care Workers Union (LVSADA) on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 27 and 28, Latvian Radio reported. 
Latvia's healthcare ready for different Covid scenarios
Latvia's healthcare ready for different Covid scenarios
Currently, the incidence of Covid-19 in Latvia does not show a rapid increase. Both the state and health sector do not yet draw conclusions and are prepared for different scenarios, promising to respond appropriately in any case, Latvian Radio reported on September 5.
'Long Covid' patients fill up GPs' practices in Latvia
'Long Covid' patients fill up GPs' practices in Latvia
The incidence rates of Covid-19 remain relatively high, and people infected with this disease take a much larger part of general practitioners' (GP) or family doctors' time than they did a short time ago, Latvian Radio reported on August 10.
Hospitals feel energy price hikes and hope for state support
Hospitals feel energy price hikes and hope for state support
The rise in energy prices has hit most of Latvia's population hard. But the sudden increase in costs is also a serious challenge for authorities that consume both gas and electricity to ensure their performance, like hospitals. Major hospitals say they are looking for extra money worth millions to continue working, Latvian Radio reported on August 9.
Latvia has had three cases of monkey pox so far
Latvia has had three cases of monkey pox so far
Three cases of monkey pox have been detected in Latvia so far, including one case at the end of July, Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC) told Latvian Radio on August 5.
Covid morbidity rising over past weeks in Latvia
Covid morbidity rising over past weeks in Latvia
The lowest morbidity in Covid-19 this year was in late May and early June. Since then, morbidity rates have been climbing for two weeks. Latvia is not unique in that respect, and it will likely not get any better this year, Latvian Radio reported June 21.
Merchants welcome entry of Spar shop network
Merchants welcome entry of Spar shop network
This summer, a new player will join in the Latvian retail network – the Netherlands store network “Spar”. Latvian traders' association says that the customer will be the winner as Spar will diversify the range of goods available, Latvian Radio reported on June 8. 
National Library deletes Soviet monument from photo background
National Library deletes Soviet monument from photo background
The Latvian National Library (LNB) has expressed its position on the future of the controversial Soviet monument in Uzvaras Park by photoshopping it out of publicity materials where it shows in the background, Latvian Radio reported May 17.
MEP detained at unauthorized protest in Rīga
MEP detained at unauthorized protest in Rīga
On Friday, May 13, in the afternoon, the police detained seven persons in Rātslaukums (Town hall square), including member of the European Parliament Tatjana Ždanoka (Latvian Russian Union).
Toad traffic regulators wanted
Toad traffic regulators wanted
The Nature Conservation Agency (DAP) is warning drivers to look out for sleepy-eyed amphibians, DAP representative Elīna Ezeriņa told Latvian Radio April 13.