More than 30,000 hens to be culled at farm in South Bohemia over salmonella

Veterinarians have started will culling thousands of hens in Dynín, near České Budějovice, following repeated cases of salmonella at the farm. More than 30,000 laying hens will have to be slaughtered, State Veterinary Administration spokesman Petr Majer told the Czech News Agency.

Government extends fuel price regulation until November 30

The measures, in force since October 1, include price caps on petrol and diesel and a reduction in diesel excise duty. The government sets maximum prices for both fuels, while petrol stations are limited to a margin of CZK 2.50 per litre. Diesel excise duty has been cut by CZK 2.35 per litre.

Tram disruptions in central Prague due to track repairs

Tram services have been suspended across part of central Prague as the city's public transport operator (DPP) carries out track repairs in Spálená and Národní streets and on Vítězná Street near Újezd. The disruption affects the section between the Újezd and Lazarská stops. No replacement bus service has been introduced. The works are scheduled to continue until Monday, August 10.