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Montenegrin municipal opposition to social protection laws

Overview

The Association of Municipalities of Montenegro has proposed an amendment to the Law on Social and Child Protection, seeking to postpone the implementation of specific provisions until January 1, 2028. The Association argues that current regulations do not allow sufficient time for data collection, public discussion, and the drafting of annual plans necessary for local budget planning, especially considering scheduled salary increases in 2027.

In a separate but related development, fourteen municipal presidents have requested a constitutional assessment of the legislative amendments. The changes involve a shift in funding responsibilities starting in 2027, where more developed municipalities are expected to independently finance certain support services for children and families, while the state provides co-financing for less developed regions. Discussions continue regarding service accessibility and adherence to European standards.

Entities

Montenegro · Association of Municipalities of Montenegro · Ministry of Social Welfare, Family and Demography · Ivana Nedović

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Montenegro municipalities challenge child protection law changes

    Fourteen Montenegrin municipal presidents are challenging the constitutionality of new laws regarding child protection funding and service obligations.

  2. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Montenegrin municipalities seek delay in social protection law implementation

    The Association of Municipalities of Montenegro is requesting a delay in implementing certain social and child protection law provisions until 2028 to allow for better local planning and budgeting.

Sources

aktuelno.me · etv.me · portalanalitika.me · rtnk.me · tvpljevlja.me