Gergely Karácsony commented on the draft budget for 2027

The proposed budget for next year indicates that the capital and districts will retain significantly higher tax revenues. The government plans to eliminate the obligation for municipalities to contribute to the regional development fund starting next year. Local governments are expected to be the main beneficiaries of the budget, with substantial allocations for education, social services, and cultural support. The budget outlines operational expenditures of over 1.6 trillion HUF and includes various funding for local authorities, including support for public transport and social welfare. Experts express concerns about the government's goal to reduce the deficit below 5%, but consider the plan feasible.