Slovak National Party proposes increasing state funeral allowance by hundreds of euros

The Slovak National Party (SNS) has proposed legislation to significantly increase the state funeral allowance by hundreds of euros, citing the higher amounts provided in neighboring countries. The proposed amendment could take effect on January 1, 2027, if approved. SNS, a nationalist party that is part of Slovakia's ruling coalition alongside Smer-SD, justified the increase by pointing to funeral allowances offered in surrounding nations. The current Slovak funeral allowance has not kept pace with rising funeral costs, prompting calls for reform to provide more adequate financial support for bereaved families.