NEWSROOM

Significant fee changes impacting circular and deposit systems from October 2025

As of 1 October 2025, a new Government Decree implemented significant amendments, such as substantial increases in several categories of service fees and Extended Producer Responsibility fees, which means that consumers can expect further price increases for the affected products in the coming months.

EU Council to fight microplastic pollution in the EU

Since plastic is critically important to the economy (from cosmetics to packaging materials to mineral water bottles), microplastic pollution is growing exponentially as global consumption grows.

New quality control rules for auditors: a more unified and modern framework

On 4 September 2025, a new NGM Decree on audit quality control entered into force, renewing the framework for quality inspections conducted by the public oversight authority (“Könyvvizsgálói közfelügyelet” in Hungarian), aligning Hungarian regulation with EU standards.

The 28th Regime: a new legal framework for innovative companies

The European Parliament examines the scope of a proposed 28th regime, a voluntary legal and administrative framework for businesses operating across the EU.

Hungary Looking to Unlock Wind Energy Potential

At the beginning of October 2025, the Hungarian Government launched a public consultation on a legislative package that would simplify the installation of wind turbines in 17 districts across the country.

From Prohibition to Permission: Hungary’s New Approach to Front Yard Structures

In August 2025, an amendment to Hungary’s national construction code, the Basic Rules for Settlement Planning and Construction Requirements (in Hungarian: Településrendezési és Építési Követelmények Alapszabályzata or „TÉKA”) entered into force, easing long-standing restrictions on front yard development.

Geothermal concession – new rules, new opportunities

A new chapter is beginning in the renewable energy sector in Hungary: the utilization of geothermal energy is once again subject to state concession in certain areas.

Commission recommendation on voluntary sustainability reporting standard For SMEs

On 30 July 2025, the Commission adopted a recommendation on voluntary sustainability reporting for SMEs.

First of Two Autumn Tax Packages Unveiled

The Hungarian Government introduced the first of two planned tax packages on 2 October 2025. A second package, aimed at tax cuts, is expected to follow in November.

Changes expected in the conditions of the Home Start program

The Government has submitted a draft proposal for public consultation, modifying the conditions of the Home Start program, which will be open until 14 October. The draft takes into account both the experiences from the first month of the loan program, which has been available for applications for the past month, as well as the feedback received.