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Prague could soon experience a crippling transport strike. Trade unions at the city’s transport authority are demanding an increase in funding for the city’s metro, tram and bus system. City Hall has made them an offer – but both sides are still far from reaching an agreement.  More

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In this week’s Business News: Growth, albeit anaemic, for next year; massive rail tunnel project hits finance buffers; energy rivals look to swapping assets rather than insults; Czech trams ready for Washington DC, and regional aid offer to stop spilt milk.  More

Current AffairsIll-reputed D1 highway to see unprecedented reconstruction over 10 years

The Transport Ministry has announced extensive plans to overhaul more than 160 kilometres of what is often considered to be the country’s worst highway: the highly-used D1 thoroughfare from Prague to Brno. For years the D1 has been plagued by aging surfaces, damaged sections, and complicated reconstruction – often a nightmare for drivers. But, transport officials hope, that could soon change.  More

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Current AffairsCzech government postpones compensation system for delayed rail passengers

The Czech government has sidelined European rules that would offer Czech railway passengers the right to compensation for delays. The decision marks a victory for the biggest rail operator, Czech Railways, which faces heavy claims based on the current state of its services. But consumers’ groups are not so happy.  More

Current AffairsCzech road transport operators deny reports Czech trucks are unroadworthy

British MPs say they are seriously concerned about lorries registered outside the UK being a safety threat on British roads. A report by the House of Commons Transport Committee called on Monday for foreign lorries that are not up to UK standards to be taken off the road. Press reports pointed a finger at the Czechs as being the worst offenders with 60 percent of their lorries failing roadworthiness tests in the UK.  More

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