Prime Minister: We are addressing the previous government’s poor and irresponsible planning
SLOVENIA, October 1 - More than EUR 470 million in additional funding is earmarked for healthcare, education and social security. The draft revised budget envisages EUR 16.544 billion in revenue and EUR 18.762 billion in expenditure, with the state budget deficit expected to amount to 2.9% of GDP.
More funds for healthcare, education and social security
A significant share of the additional funding is earmarked for public services. Funding for education and sport is being increased by EUR 205.8 million, social security by EUR 200.5 million and healthcare by EUR 70.7 million. In healthcare, key objectives include reducing waiting times and strengthening the workforce. According to the Prime Minister, the Government aims to engage all qualified and licensed healthcare providers to operate under the same quality standards and public oversight. The revised budget also provides additional funding for internships and specialisation of health professionals. Particular attention is also being paid to children with rare diseases. The Government has submitted to the National Assembly a draft Act on the Public Fund for Advanced Treatment of Rare Diseases. The main source of funding would be the unallocated portion of one per cent of personal income tax, with funds to be allocated on the basis of statutory conditions and expert assessment.
2.37 billion euro for investment
The revised budget also significantly increases investment. A total of approximately EUR 2.37 billion is earmarked for investment expenditure and investment transfers. "For every investment, it must be clear what it will deliver for the people and whether it can be implemented," explained Prime Minister Janša, pointing to rising budget expenditure. In the first half of 2026, expenditure was 12.3% higher year on year, while revenue increased by 8.4%. Interest payments are also an important expenditure item, with EUR 899.3 million earmarked under the revised budget.
With the revised budget, the Government aims to accelerate the implementation of projects financed with EU funds. The amount of this year’s appropriations transferred to the fund is being increased by EUR 315.7 million. Prime Minister Janša warned that delays in project implementation could place a greater burden on the state budget. He therefore believes that it is crucial to convert EU funds into concrete projects and investments as quickly and efficiently as possible.
In the area of housing policy, the Prime Minister highlighted the need to speed up the construction of public housing. Measures would include faster permitting, use of vacant housing and land, as well as guarantee and subsidised loan schemes for young people and young families who are first-time home buyers.
The revised budget also provides additional funding to meet international commitments in the area of defence. Funding for the Ministry of Defence is being increased to 2.03% of GDP.
Goal: Stable public finances and greater competitiveness
Presenting the revised budget, Prime Minister Janša drew attention to financial obligations which, in his opinion, had not been adequately planned in the previous budget. Among other things, he highlighted the winter bonus, for which no funds had been earmarked in the 2026 budget, and the impact of the increase in the minimum wage on labour costs and certain allowances. "Signing a law comes at a cost even after the television cameras have been switched off. The bill always comes due, and ultimately it is the taxpayer who pays it," said the Prime Minister.
In conclusion, he stated that in addition to covering this year’s obligations, the Government wants the revised budget to create the conditions for future tax cuts and greater competitiveness of the economy. In this context, he highlighted the Development Act, which, among other measures, provides for more favourable arrangements for sole traders taxed under the standardised-expense regime, relief from long-term care contributions and a lower VAT rate on basic foodstuffs. He went on to stress the importance of a more efficient state, the digitalisation of procedures and better alignment between education and the needs of the economy. The revised budget is essential to ensure the normal functioning of the state until the end of the year. The Prime Minister called on the deputies to support the revised budget.
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