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Stricter EU framework for short-term rentals

The European Commission’s legislative proposal concerning short-term rentals, a draft of which became public at the end of August 2026, was expected to be presented early September 2026.

Hungary to reopen its wind energy market

Hungary is considering a significant expansion of its onshore wind generation capacity, marking a potential turning point for a market in which virtually no new wind farms have been developed for more than a decade.

“County” and “Government Commissioner” to return – terminological changes in Hungarian public administration

On 22 July 2026, the Hungarian Government submitted to Parliament a bill on amendments to certain acts in connection with the reintroduction of the term “county”, proposing to replace the terms “vármegye” (historic county) and “főispán” (lord lieutenant) with the previously used “county” and “government commissioner”, respectively.

Key amendments to support Hungary’s Recovery and Resilience Plan

On 30 July 2026, the Hungarian Parliament adopted an act on the amendment of laws necessary for the fulfilment of the energy-related commitments set forth in Hungary’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (“RRP Act”).

Electricity grids: EU moves closer to speeding up permitting for energy projects

The European Parliament, in July 2026, adopted a proposal aimed at accelerating permitting procedures for renewable energy projects, electricity grids, energy storage facilities and recharging stations across the EU.

New Proposal to Reform Hungary’s Work Permit System

A committee of HR, immigration, legal and industry experts has submitted a reform proposal to the Hungarian government, arguing that the immigration framework introduced in 2024 has become complex, undermining both employers needs and the country’s economic competitiveness.

Amendment to the Hungarian electricity crisis regulations

A new Government decree issued in July 2026 substantially revised the Hungarian framework for managing major disturbances and electricity supply crises.

The National Office for Asset Protection and Recovery – in a Nutshell

In 2025, Péter Magyar made the promise to recover as many national assets as possible which may have been paid from the state treasury without proper legal authorization before the former governing party lost its mandate, as they can.

New solutions to rising energy demand: the new SMR project in the USA matches the output of Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant

The energy crisis has highlighted the strategic importance of nuclear power, as it provides a stable source of energy that is less vulnerable to international geopolitical conflicts, import restrictions and price volatility, thereby strengthening energy independence.

Hungary Joins the European Public Prosecutor’s Office

The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (“EPPO”) is the European Union’s independent prosecuting authority, established and operational since 1 June 2021.