Final Push for Passage of Public Sector Austerity Bill

Ljubljana, 10 November - Less than four weeks before the general election, the government and the Zares party are attempting one final push for the passage of an austerity bill that would curb public sector spending in 2012. The government said Thursday is was sticking to its bill, while Zares is attempting to secure passage of a pared-down version.

Ljubljana
The outgoing government in session.
Photo: Tamino Petelinsek/STA

Ljubljana
The outgoing government in session.
Photo: Tamino Petelinsek/STA

Ljubljana
The outgoing government in session.
Photo: Tamino Petelinsek/STA

Ljubljana
The outgoing government in session.
Photo: Tamino Petelinsek/STA

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