Czech cabinet approves a family-law bill focused on child safety
The proposal addresses child protection in domestic violence and family disputes. Cabinet approval does not make the proposed rules effective law.
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Czech government approves wider digital representation, with rollout deadlines in 2027 and 2028
Ministries must connect portals to REZA or publish authorisation templates for commonly used online services by the end of 2027.
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ČSSZ login via Identita občana will pause for 30 minutes on 15 October
The planned login interruption is 15:00–15:30 Czech local time. Login through a data box is unaffected.
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Czech Statistical Office online services restricted on 9–10 October
Election processing affects reporting tools, the business register and other applications. The main ČSÚ website remains available.
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More than 22% of Czech driving-licence applications went online in January–September 2026
The Transport Ministry reports 147,026 online applications out of 656,781 nationwide through September. The figures describe use of an existing service, not a new licence rule; check the portal for eligibility in…
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Czech unemployment stayed at 5% in September, with 368,377 people registered as jobseekers
The Czech Labour Office's new national figures cover 30 September 2026. It says listed vacancies rose by more than 5,000; the nationwide rate does not describe Pilsen on its own.
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Czech labour inspectors found 320 disguised agency-work cases in 2025, ministry says
The nationwide figures were released on 7 October 2026. This is an enforcement update, not a new rule; the ministry highlights risks for foreign workers.
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More than 202,000 Czech driving licences expire by year-end: check your renewal date
Holders of a Czech-issued licence can apply for renewal within 90 days of expiry. A proposed 15-year validity period is not yet law and would not extend existing cards.
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Older-driver medical checks in Czechia: the age-70 rule has applied since January 2026
The Czech Transport Ministry reiterated on 1 October that routine age-based checks for ordinary holders of Czech driving entitlements start at 70, then recur every two years. Exceptions apply.
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Czech fuel price caps for 3–5 October: petrol CZK 45.97, diesel CZK 48.54
The weekend limits apply per litre of regular petrol and diesel, including VAT. They are maximum permitted prices, not what every filling station must charge.
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CzechUp employment support for foreign residents starts in October
The Czech Labour Office describes language classes, qualification recognition, retraining and job support. The project is aimed primarily at foreign nationals registered with the office as jobseekers or people interested in employment.
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Czech local elections: EU residents can register to vote until 7 October
Eligible citizens of other EU countries with registered residence can apply for the local voters' list by 16:00 on 7 October. Voting is on 9–10 October.
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