The Serbian Parliament continued the debate on the Law on the Alimony Fund, which introduces strict measures for those who fail to pay alimony, including the possibility of salary withholding. Besides this law, the agenda includes amendments to the law on affordable housing loans, a set of three media laws, and reports from various state institutions. The debate saw cooperation between the government and opposition, although some opposition members did not participate further. Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić urged adherence to procedures during the session.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning sources emphasize the social justice aspect of the Law on the Alimony Fund, highlighting the protection of children’s rights and the need to enforce alimony payments to support vulnerable families. They may critique the government for delays or insufficient measures but generally support the law’s intent to ensure financial support for children.
Center: Centrist sources report the facts of the parliamentary session, focusing on the legislative process, the cooperation and tensions between government and opposition, and the procedural aspects of the debate. They present the law as a necessary step to improve enforcement of alimony payments without strong ideological framing.
Right: Right-leaning sources emphasize the strictness of the new measures, framing the law as a way to uphold personal responsibility and law enforcement. They may highlight the government’s firm stance on non-payers and the importance of maintaining order and discipline in society. Some may also focus on the political dynamics in parliament, including opposition boycotts.