The government of Carlos Alvarado is calling the former presidents of the country to request support for the fiscal plan, which has met with various obstacles in the Legislative Assembly. Laura Chinchilla and Rafael Ángel Calderón sent a message warning of the consequences that the country would face if the tax project sent by the […]
Archives for August 2018
MOPT awarded tender for $ 12 million to a company under investigation in Spain
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) awarded the Spanish company Copisa Constructora Pirenaica SA, based in the country, a tender for more than $12 million (more than ¢6 billion) despite the fact that the company is under investigation by the Spanish judicial authorities for the alleged payment of bribes to obtain public works […]
Do you like cocktails? Learn how to make them this weekend
On September 1st, those who wish to become bartenders will be able to register for the gastronomic workshop that will be held in Mango Plaza, Alajuela. The activity will be developed from 6:00 pm and the participants will learn how to make cocktails such as apple martini, Bahama mama, and the famous Grasshopper. An expert […]
Fake dentists provide “care” to Costa Rican
People who are not professionals in dentistry are providing care to Costa Rican patients from areas such as downtown Limón, Siquirres, and San José. The fake dentists perform procedures such as cleaning, orthodontic placement, dental prosthesis, among other services. This was reported by the College of Dental Surgeons of Costa Rica (CCDCR) that alerted health […]
Government backtracks and renews commitment to fiscal reform project
Just over three hours after the announcement was made in the Legislative Assembly, the Government changed its decision to call off the tax reform project. At 6:33 p.m. the Presidential House sent a press release announcing the change of heart. According to the institution, Aguilar’s statements opened new possibilities for negotiation with the different groups. […]
Government is still paying debt illegally
The current government would continue to face the payment of public debt illegally because there is no budgetary content to do it otherwise. This was denounced on Monday morning by the president of the Public Expenditure and Income Control Committee of the Legislative Assembly, Jonathan Prendas. The legislator questioned the national treasurer Martha Cubillo because […]