Latest news in Hungary - 20 Jan 2025

- New Downtown Park Coming to Budapest: Mayor Gergely Karácsony has unveiled plans for a new City Hall Park in central Budapest, which will feature 80 newly planted trees and community areas including cafés and beer gardens. Construction is expected to start next year, enhancing the area’s green space by about 50%. Read more here

- Rural Ambulances on Standby for Budapest: Due to an increase in emergency calls, 25-30 rural ambulance units will now assist daily in Budapest. This cooperation will have paramedics stationed in the city for nearly 24 hours to help manage the workload, all part of addressing recruitment challenges within the National Ambulance Service. Read more here

- Corruption Investigations in Schools: Nine investigations into corruption across various schools in Hungary are currently underway. These cases encompass embezzlement and mismanagement affecting staff payments, highlighting ongoing issues within the educational sector. Read more here

- Fidesz Politician Victorious in Óbuda By-Election: Malinás Sándor from Fidesz has won the Óbuda by-election with 39.51% of the votes, filling the seat left vacant due to corruption charges against the previous representative. The election featured a total of nine candidates and highlights ongoing political dynamics in Budapest. Read more here

- Grand Budapest Project Takes Off: A new urban development project, Grand Budapest, is set to transform the Rakosrendező area with a €12 billion investment aimed at creating a green urban space. This ambitious project has already begun preparations, though it has faced mixed feedback from local residents. Read more here

- Queens of the Stone Age to Rock Budapest Again: Exciting news for music lovers! The band Queens of the Stone Age will perform in Budapest on July 19, 2025. Tickets go on sale this month, so be sure to secure yours! Read more here

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