Bill on new State Attorney's Office passed at first reading

Ljubljana, 17 February - A bill replacing the State Solicitor's Office with a more flexible State Attorney's Office with expanded powers was passed at first reading in the National Assembly on Friday. The vote was a show of unity in the coalition, while the opposition was critical saying it reduced the office's autonomy.

Ljubljana The National Assembly debates a bill on the State Attorney's Office. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
The National Assembly debates a bill on the State Attorney's Office.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana Justice Minister Goran Klemenčič addresses the National Assembly as it debates a bill on the State Attorney's Office. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Justice Minister Goran Klemenčič addresses the National Assembly as it debates a bill on the State Attorney's Office.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

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