Another demonstration for “work and bread”–this time held by about 300 war veterans–took place here today. The demonstrators reached Hakirya, the area in which all government offices are located, where they were halted by a strong police guard. A delegation was, however, admitted to the Labor Ministry.
The Israeli Parliament today continued its debate on the national budget for the current year. The budget provides for expenditures amounting to 37,000,000 pounds, in addition to a 4,700,000 pound budget presented by the Ministry of Communication. The funds allotted for communications, however, will be replaced by receipts for services.
Pending approval of the budget, which has been turned over to the Knesset Finance Commission prior to its third reading in Parliament, the Knesset today approved a 3,000,000-pound budget for the month of August requested by the government.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
