Unfortunately, over 25 years after the start of the transition from a planned to a market economy, Bulgarian politicians have still not been able to understand how it works and what are the appropriate measures to stimulate sustainable economic growth. In recent weeks, rumors have emerged in the public space that the government is on its way …
More »How are the MES matriculation exams similar to the inspections of the Food Safety Agency?
After a series of investigative reports by Nova TV, this morning all print and online media started the day with unambiguous headlines like "The Ministry of Education admitted to mass cheating in the matriculation exams." In a very similar scenario, after complaints from the owner of "Aladdin Foods" and the National Association of Dairy Processors, another public secret was revealed, ...
More »The clerks - out of the kitchen
The extent to which government authorities have taken on the daunting task of looking after people’s health is startling. The latest – and rather absurd – example is the EU’s intention to limit the amount of cinnamon in food[1] on the grounds that it contains a toxic substance that could …
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