Lithuanian Seimas members spent nearly 2 million euros on parliamentary activities

Between January and the end of September, members of the Lithuanian Seimas spent a total of 1,939,459 euros on parliamentary activities, an increase of 233,000 euros compared to the same period last year.

Individual spending varied, with the maximum allowable amount for a nine-month period being 18,180 euros. Tomas Domarkas utilized the full amount, allocating 16,000 euros primarily to vehicle operation, maintenance, rental, and repairs. Among ministers serving in the Seimas, Interior Minister Martynas Katelynas spent the most at 18,000 euros, largely on transport-related costs.

Other significant expenditures included spending by various ministers for health, defense, and agriculture. Transport costs, including car rentals, insurance, and repairs, consistently represent the largest portion of the budget used by members of parliament.