Slovak Opposition Warns of Job Losses as Government Cuts Social Enterprise Subsidies

The opposition Freedom and Solidarity party (SaS) has criticized planned government changes to social enterprise funding that could reduce subsidies by 600 euros per month for some employees. SaS warned the cuts represent a threat rather than support for these businesses, which provide employment opportunities for disadvantaged groups including people with disabilities, long-term unemployed, and other vulnerable populations. Social enterprises in Slovakia receive state subsidies to offset the higher costs of employing workers who face barriers to regular employment, making them an important part of the country's social inclusion policy.