PM Orbán: Children have absolute and full protection in Hungary
The prime minister called for regulations to ensure that criminals sentenced for crimes against minors should not be eligible for parole “for any reason”.
The prime minister called for regulations to ensure that criminals sentenced for crimes against minors should not be eligible for parole “for any reason”.
In a comprehensive address to Hungary’s National Assembly, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán outlined a day of crucial decisions, including the election of a new president and the approval of Sweden's...
Máté Kocsis said the government had ordered inspections into the current state of affairs when it came to protecting children.
The prime minister said Hungary would be punished under the European Union’s new migration pact unless the country was willing to accommodate migrants.
The government will also set stricter requirements for the appointment of the heads of child protection institutions.
Máté Kocsis said Novák had made a responsible decision to resign and admit her mistake in connection with her pardon of the deputy director of a children’s home.
In response to a national conversation on the limits of presidential pardons, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has proposed a crucial amendment to the Fundamental Law, aimed squarely at protecting the rights and safety of minors.
The two politicians' discussion had a special emphasis on the protection of children against gender ideology.
Hungary is the first country in Europe to hold a referendum on child protection, which is a critical national issue.
Economic stimulus, protection against the pandemic and a national referendum on the new child protection law are the main issues for 2022.
Brussels wants to have Hungary scrap its law, which was adopted last summer, by launching an infringement procedure.
The motion was passed by pro-government lawmakers and several independents, while the opposition boycotted the vote.
“The government’s position is clear: everyone should participate in the referendum on the child protection law and answer ‘no’ to all four questions,” Antal Rogán said.