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Former interior minister and GERB deputy Daniel Mitov criticised the 2027 budget presented by the governing coalition in the National Assembly’s upper house (UNSS) and said he would seek a presidential veto if it is adopted. Mitov said the budget does not contain enough measures to curb inflation and relies on higher revenue projections that he believes will lead to higher taxes for citizens. He described the presentation in the UNSS as a sign of disrespect toward Parliament and the public, arguing that the governing parties should still be accountable to the electorate. The deputy compared the UNSS session to a “plenary” held in November, where the government presented its positions to its own supporters without real debate or critical questions. He added that the budget’s assumptions—excessive revenue expectations, underestimated expenditures, lack of reserves and insufficient reforms—raise serious concerns. Mitov also highlighted criticism from the European Commission and the slow pace of deficit reduction. He questioned why the deficit is projected to reach 3 % only in 2029. The deputy further criticised President Rumen Radev for not distancing himself from the legacy of previous administrations, many of which were led by his own cabinets. GERB has proposed a specific measure to support businesses: compensation for electricity costs above 92 € per megawatt‑hour, to be paid promptly after invoices are received. If the budget is passed, Mitov said the party will formally request President Iliyana Yotov to exercise her veto power. Article source: 24 Chasa | Image credit: 24 Chasa
Former interior minister and GERB deputy Daniel Mitov criticised the 2027 budget presented by the governing coalition in the National Assembly’s upper house (UNSS) and said he would seek a presidential veto if it is adopted. Mitov said the budget does not contain enough measures to curb inflation and relies on higher revenue projections that he believes will lead to higher taxes for citizens. He described the presentation in the UNSS as a sign of disrespect toward Parliament and the public, arguing that the governing parties should still be accountable to the electorate. The deputy compared the UNSS session to a “plenary” held in November, where the government presented its positions to its own supporters without real debate or critical questions. He added that the budget’s assumptions—excessive revenue expectations, underestimated expenditures, lack of reserves and insufficient reforms—raise serious concerns. Mitov also highlighted criticism from the European Commission and the slow pace of deficit reduction. He questioned why the deficit is projected to reach 3 % only in 2029. The deputy further criticised President Rumen Radev for not distancing himself from the legacy of previous administrations, many of which were led by his own cabinets. GERB has proposed a specific measure to support businesses: compensation for electricity costs above 92 € per megawatt‑hour, to be paid promptly after invoices are received. If the budget is passed, Mitov said the party will formally request President Iliyana Yotov to exercise her veto power.
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