"They operated as a grant distribution center, it all went to waste" – is it justified for Péter Magyar and his team to abolish the county governments?

Local leaders express strong criticism of the county government system in Hungary, suggesting it is ineffective and unnecessary. Fábri István and Sándor József highlight the lack of meaningful function and bureaucratic inefficiency. In contrast, the National Association of County Governments warns that dismantling these bodies would be a serious economic mistake. The debate intensified following Prime Minister Magyar Péter's remarks about the system being a mere financial outlet for the fragmented opposition. He indicated plans for a swift review of the county assemblies, although details remain unclear. The discussion also touches on the funding and operational effectiveness of these local governments, with the association disputing claims of them being mere payment centers.