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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

EU triggers rule-of-law budget mechanism against Hungary

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The European Commission has launched proceedings that could ultimately lead to the partial suspension of support payments to Hungary for breaching the 27-nation bloc’s rule-of-law standards, the EU's executive arm said Wednesday.

The commission has given Hungary formal notification that marks the start of the process. The notice opens a round of discussions, and Hungary has two months to provide explanations and propose remedies

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