Latvia· RigaCorruption and misconduct in Latvian politics and public service
Recent events highlight issues of corruption within Riga City Council and misconduct among Saeima members, alongside the establishment of a new police watchdog in Latvia.
Background
Latvia has a history of anti-corruption efforts, with various institutions tasked with oversight. Public trust in government and state institutions is an ongoing concern, often influenced by reports of misconduct. These issues are part of a broader trend in many post-Soviet states to strengthen democratic accountability.
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Corruption and misconduct in Latvian politics and public service
First report 19h agoLast update 4h agoA new police watchdog will grant the Inspector-General of Police extensive powers to investigate potential misconduct.
A list of 12 Saeima deputies has been released, highlighting instances of misconduct among parliament members.
A court upheld a prison sentence for a businessman involved in a 2.1 million euro bribery case targeting a Riga City Council councillor.
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