AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSupreme Court Ruling on Trans Rights: Bulgaria’s top court says the government must legally allow transgender people to change their name and gender marker on ID documents, aligning practice with an EU Court of Justice decision—an important step for access to travel and residence across the EU. Healthcare Funding Update: The Bulgarian Medical Association and the National Health Insurance Fund agreed on a 10% rise in prices for clinical pathways from Sept. 1, plus nearly 5% more funding for GPs and diagnostic tests from Jan. 1, alongside a proposed way to value doctors’ work within pathways. Cross-Border Medical Access Case: In North Macedonia, the trial of dual Bulgarian-Macedonian citizen Iva Mihaylova continues, with repeated refusals to let her travel for medical treatment in Bulgaria; her defence is pushing for the case to reach the European Court of Human Rights. Wellness & Fitness Inspiration: A viral story highlights a 66-year-old fitness entrepreneur training with her granddaughter, focusing on strength, ageing well, and long-term health habits. Public Health & Environment: Parliament will debate waste-management reforms, including shifting oversight and moving from licensing to registration for certain waste recovery roles.
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