Fidesz unexpectedly became a major supporter of local governments

The Fidesz party held a forum discussing the strengthening of local governance in Hungary, attended by Viktor Orbán and Tibor Navracsics. They proposed a resolution to the Parliament emphasizing the need for meaningful consultations with local governments regarding financing and decision-making. The party acknowledged past funding cuts that have left local governments underfunded, impacting their ability to fulfill mandatory tasks. Concerns were raised about potential early local elections and the party expressed support for maintaining the current structure of local governance. The resolution concludes that Hungary's future relies on strong, respected local governments with predictable financing.