The number of people detained during Palmares festivities is increasing. Even though in 2015 the Public Force detained 308 people, so far this year, authorities have detained 285. Director of the police in Alajuela Rándall Picado said that they expect this number to increase because there are at least 4 more days of party and […]
President Solís: “discussions on taxes and public employment will be difficult”
According to president Luis Guillermo Solís, discussions on public employment projects, income tax and VAT convened by the Government for extraordinary sessions in Congress will be difficult and tense. However, he declared that they will continue working hard so the Legislative Assembly starts the projects because they are necessary for the country’s wellbeing. The tax […]
Here are some things you need to know about the transport service from Alajuela to San José
The project to implement an executive transportation service from Alajuela to San José was proposed by Tuasa company more than 1 year ago. But La Platina closure made it a reality. Here are some things you need to know: -When does the service start? The bus service will start on January 23rd. -What are the […]
2 criminals killed an Asian trader to steal 30,000 colones from him
The preliminary reports from the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) indicated that 2 subjects killed an Asian trader in the Rita de Pococí for 30,000 colones. The OIJ said that there are no signs of resistance or confrontation between the parties. In addition, only a lethal bullet was found in the victim’s chest. The judicial authorities are […]
A law authorizes the construction of public works through trusts
The Legislative Assembly passed, in first reading, a bill that authorizes the construction of public works through trusts. The initiative, proposed by legislator Humberto Vargas, received 45 votes in favor and 1 against (legislator Ligia Fallas). The proposal empowers the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) and the National Road Council (CONAVI) to set […]
The government knew about the CCSS decision to solve the IVM crisis
Although last week minister of the Presidency Sergio Alfaro made a statement asking the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) not to increase workers’ contribution until the issue was discussed, the truth is that today Alfaro admitted that the Government did know about the decision that the CCSS would make to alleviate the crisis of the […]