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The Centre has called on Shute to initiate changes to the GUP and dismiss Kerum's staff.
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The Centre has called on Shute to initiate changes to the GUP and dismiss Kerum's staff.

The Croatian political party Centar has called on Split's mayor Tomislav Šuť to initiate changes to the General Urban Planning Plan (GUP) of Split, revoke the concession on the Benama beach, and remove all members of Željo Kerum's staff from municipal companies and oversight boards. Marijana Puljak, a representative of Centar, stated that the previous lack of action on these changes was attributed to Kerum's influence, but now that Šuť has declared Kerum 'no longer a political factor in Split,' there are no more obstacles. Puljak emphasized that the process was already prepared by the previous administration and only awaits the mayor's signature. She also accused Kerum of holding the concession on Benama through his son and claimed that contractual obligations have been repeatedly violated. The party also demands the removal of Kerum's allies from positions of power, arguing that roles should be filled based on merit rather than political affiliation. Saborski representative Damir Barbir noted that Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has yet to respond to two parliamentary questions regarding Bene and Kerum, despite legal deadlines. Zupanijas councilwoman Goran Rosandić argued that the

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tportal logotportalIndependentCenterFactual 96Objective 932 days ago
Split corrects the wages of the kindergarten workers: Shut signed a contract correction

The mayor of Split, Tomislav Šuta, along with his deputy Ivo Bilić, signed a contract on Thursday to adjust the salaries of employees at municipal kindergartens, aligning them with legal obligations. Šuta stated that the city has secured the necessary funds in the budget to implement the agreement and expressed satisfaction with the successful conclusion of the contract. He emphasized the importance of maintaining stable working conditions and continuing to adjust salaries in line with legal requirements. The city aims to ensure quality working conditions for staff in preschool institutions, recognizing their role in child care and education.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual update on a municipal administrative action regarding salary adjustments for kindergarten workers. It does not take a clear ideological stance, nor does it emphasize any particular political agenda. The tone remains neutral, focusing on the procedural completion of a合同

Why factuality (96): This article also accurately reports the signing of the salary adjustment agreement between Grad Split and the kindergartens, citing Tomislav Šuta’s comments on the budget allocation and the goal of ensuring stable working conditions. The facts match those presented in the first article, showing hig

Why objectivity (93): The article maintains a neutral and objective tone throughout, presenting the event as a factual occurrence with direct quotes from the mayor. While it repeats some of the same phrasing used in the first article, it does so without introducing any subjective interpretation or bias.

Index.hr logoIndex.hrIndependentCenterFactual 95Objective 922 days ago
The city of Split is raising kindergarten wages

The mayor of Split, Tomislav Šuta, and his deputy Ivo Bilić signed an agreement today to adjust the salaries of employees in municipal kindergartens, aligning them with legal obligations. The city has secured the necessary funds in its budget to implement the agreement, and Šuta expressed satisfaction with the reached agreement. He emphasized that the city wants to ensure quality working conditions for staff in preschool institutions, recognizing their role in child care and education. The adjustment aims to provide stable working conditions and further salary alignment in the future.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a local government decision regarding salary adjustments in municipal kindergartens. It presents the actions of the mayor and deputy, citing their statements and the city's budget allocation. There is no evident ideological framing or biased language; the content is neutral,陈述

Why factuality (95): The article accurately reports that Grad Split signed an agreement to adjust salaries of employees in municipal kindergartens in accordance with legal obligations. It includes direct quotes from Tomislav Šuta and mentions the allocation of funds in the budget. The details align closely with the cont

Why objectivity (92): The article presents the information in a neutral tone, focusing on factual reporting of the event and statements made by officials. There is no evident bias or emotional language, though there is some repetition of quotes and phrases, which slightly reduces the sense of originality but not neutrali

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija) logoHRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenterFactual 95Objective 85yesterday
Soon launched an investigation against Kerum for Konobe Prshut

The article reports that the Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated an investigation against former city employee Andrej Polić, former Split mayor and president of the Croatian Civic Party (HGS) Željko Kerum, and his grandson Igor Sapunar, over allegations of illegal legalization of the 'Pršut' villa. According to police and the prosecutor, Polić, while working as a senior specialist for spatial planning and construction at the City of Kastela’s Department of Spatial Planning and Environmental Protection, allegedly abused his position by providing false information during the legal process for the regularization of illegally built structures. The investigation claims that Polić used incorrect data, including an outdated orthophoto map from 2011, to justify the legalization of five buildings, some of which were not visible on the map. The prosecutors argue that this allowed Kerum and his company to construct buildings significantly larger than those built before June 21, 2011, in an area outside the urban development plan.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the allegations made by the Public Prosecutor's Office and the police without overtly endorsing any particular political stance. It provides factual descriptions of the charges and the procedural steps taken, without emphasizing ideological positions or taking sides beyond the依法

Why factuality (95): The article accurately summarizes the investigation into Kerum and his associates, aligning with the primary source document and providing relevant legal details.

Why objectivity (85): The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting the facts of the investigation without overtly favoring any party.

Večernji list logoVečernji listIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 802 days ago
I look forward to continuing our quality cooperation with HGS.

Tomislav Šuta, splitski gradonačelnik, objavi komentar o uhićenju Željka Keruma, predsjednika Hrvatske građanske stranke (HGS). Šuta naglašava da Kerum nije član Gradskog vijeća ni sudjeluje u njegovoj radu, i podcrtava suradnju s predsjednikom Gradskog vijeća Igorom Stanišićem. Nije se izrazio o konkretnim detaljima slučaja, jer smatra da to spada pod nadležnost institucija, a Kerum će sam iznijeti svoju verziju u skladu s zakonom. Članak također informira čitatelje o potrebi registracije za komentare.

Bias read (Center): Članak pruža neutralnu analizu situacije bez jasno izražene političke pozicije. Šuta se drži neutralnog stava, opisuje činjenice i izbjegava izražavanje personalnih mišljenja, što pokazuje balansiranost prikaza.

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports the arrest of Kerum and his associates, noting that only his nephew was placed in investigative detention. It cites the head of USKOK and provides details about the legal process. The information aligns closely with the primary source documents.

Why objectivity (80): The article remains largely neutral throughout, focusing on the legal aspects of the case and quoting both the prosecution and defense. It avoids making value judgments and presents the facts in a balanced manner.

tportal logotportalIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 702 days ago
Mayor of Split on the arrest of Željko Kerum and future cooperation: 'We are ready for elections'

The mayor of Split, Tomislav Šuta, commented on the arrest of Zeljko Kerum and its implications for cooperation within the city council. Šuta emphasized that Kerum, who leads the Croatian Civic Party, has been in prison for over ten years and that legal institutions are handling the case. He stated that Kerum is not a member of the City Council and did not participate in decision-making. Šuta clarified that his communication is primarily with Igor Stanišić, the president of the City Council, and that he does not engage directly with Kerum due to his role. Šuta called on all council members to support projects beneficial to Split. Additionally, a private entrepreneur claimed Kerum owes him €50,000, which Šuta said he would not support.

Bias read (Center): The article presents Šuta's statements neutrally, quoting his comments on Kerum's arrest and their relationship. It includes perspectives from both Šuta and other figures like Marinko Biškic, but avoids overtly biased language or selective sourcing. The framing remains balanced, focusing on the lack

Why factuality (85): Article reports on Tomislav Šuta’s comments regarding Kerum’s arrest and its implications for coalition politics. It aligns with the primary source document by confirming Kerum was arrested in connection with the Pršut restaurant case. The article does not add new information beyond what is stated i

Why objectivity (70): The tone leans towards political commentary, suggesting that Šuta is positioning himself against Kerum despite being part of the same coalition. There is some editorializing in how the conversation between Šuta and the reporter is framed, implying potential tension within the coalition.

Telegram.hr logoTelegram.hrIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 652 days ago
HDZ's Suta again railed against Kerum and stated: "We are ready for new elections"

Tomislav Šuta, the mayor of Split, commented on the arrest of Željko Kerum and its implications for cooperation within the city council. He emphasized that Kerum's Croatian People's Party (HNS) has kept the HDZ in power and questioned whether the city administration would continue negotiations with someone currently in custody. Šuta stated that Kerum was not a member of the City Council nor involved in decision-making processes, and he communicates primarily with Igor Stanišić, the president of the City Council. Šuta called on opposition members to support projects beneficial to Split and highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects. The discussion also touched on allegations that Kerum exerts significant influence over his council members' decisions.

Bias read (Center): The article presents Šuta's statements neutrally, quoting him directly and addressing both his position and the opposition's claims without overtly favoring either side. It includes direct quotes and does not exhibit clear bias through loaded language or selective sourcing.

Why factuality (85): This article mirrors the previous one in content, reporting on Šuta’s response to Kerum’s arrest. It confirms the details from the Telegram report, including the nature of the charges and Šuta’s stance. No new facts are introduced, but there is a slight emphasis on political implications over legal

Why objectivity (65): The article has a more confrontational tone toward Šuta, especially when quoting Puljak. While it provides factual information, it also includes strong political criticism, which may bias the reader’s perception of Šuta’s position.

Novi list logoNovi listIndependentCenterFactual 80Objective 702 days ago
Mayor of Split on the arrest of Željko Kerum and future cooperation: We are also ready for new elections

The mayor of Split, Tomislav Šuta, commented on the arrest of Zeljko Kerum and its implications for cooperation within the city council. He emphasized that Kerum's case dates back over ten years and that legal institutions are handling it appropriately. Šuta stated that Kerum is not a member of the City Council and did not participate in decision-making. He clarified that his communication is primarily with Igor Stanišić, the president of the City Council, and that he does not engage directly with Kerum due to his current legal status. Šuta called on opposition members to support projects beneficial to Split. The report also mentions that Marinko Biškić, a private entrepreneur, claims Kerum owes him 50,000 euros.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced view by quoting both Šuta and the opposition's perspective regarding Kerum's influence. It avoids overtly biased language and provides context about the legal proceedings against Kerum. The framing remains neutral, focusing on the implications of Kerum's arrest for市政和

Why factuality (80): The article provides background on Kerum's previous arrest and includes a quote from him after his release. It mentions the ongoing investigation into the 'Pršut' restaurant but lacks specific details about the current status of the investigation or the evidence being considered.

Why objectivity (70): The article has a slightly biased tone by highlighting Kerum's past experiences in prison and using emotive language when describing his release. While it attempts to remain neutral, it occasionally leans toward portraying Kerum in a sympathetic light.

Index.hr logoIndex.hrIndependentCenterFactual 75Objective 652 days ago
Kerum was in prison last year, and this is how he came out: "Greetings Turkish, Serbian"...

Željko Kerum, bivši gradonačelnik Splita i političar, je uhićen u Veli Luci na Korčuli tokom koncerata u memoriju Olivera Dragojevića. Uhićen je zbog izgradnje konobe 'Pršut' u Kaštel Štafiliću bez prava i pitanja legalizacije objekta. Prethodno je bio u zatvoru krajem prosinca prošle godine za 15 dana zbog prometne nesreće koju je skrio u Splitu. Tada je, upravljajući automobilom bez vozačke dozvole, sudario se s drugim vozilom, uz manju materijalnu štetu, ali bez ozljeda. Dobio je kazne ukupno 1060 eura, uključujući 260 eura za izazivanje prometne nesreće i 800 eura za napuštanje mjesta događaja. Najteža kazna bila je 15 dana zatvora zbog vožnje bez dozvole.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about the arrest and previous conviction of Željko Kerum, a prominent political figure, without apparent ideological framing. It includes direct quotes from Kerum and provides context about the legal proceedings against him. The tone remains neutral, focusing

Why factuality (75): The article accurately reports the arrest of Kerum and his associates, citing the head of USKOK and the legal proceedings. However, it lacks specific details about the nature of the alleged crimes and the evidence being considered in the investigation.

Why objectivity (65): The article maintains a mostly neutral tone but occasionally shows bias by emphasizing the political implications of Kerum's arrest. It avoids taking sides but sometimes focuses more on the political ramifications than the legal aspects of the case.

Novi list logoNovi listIndependentProgressive3 hr. ago
The Centre has called on Shute to initiate changes to the GUP and dismiss Kerum's staff.

The Croatian political party Centar has called on Split's mayor Tomislav Šuť to initiate changes to the General Urban Planning Plan (GUP) of Split, revoke the concession on the Benama beach, and remove all members of Željo Kerum's staff from municipal companies and oversight boards. Marijana Puljak, a representative of Centar, stated that the previous lack of action on these changes was attributed to Kerum's influence, but now that Šuť has declared Kerum 'no longer a political factor in Split,' there are no more obstacles. Puljak emphasized that the process was already prepared by the previous administration and only awaits the mayor's signature. She also accused Kerum of holding the concession on Benama through his son and claimed that contractual obligations have been repeatedly violated. The party also demands the removal of Kerum's allies from positions of power, arguing that roles should be filled based on merit rather than political affiliation. Saborski representative Damir Barbir noted that Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has yet to respond to two parliamentary questions regarding Bene and Kerum, despite legal deadlines. Zupanijas councilwoman Goran Rosandić argued that the

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the actions of Centar as necessary reforms against perceived corruption and undue influence by Željo Kerum, particularly within the HDZ party. The language emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the need to remove politically connected individuals from decision-making roles.

N1 Hrvatska logoN1 HrvatskaIndependentProgressive12 hr. ago
Puljak: "If this doesn't happen, it's proof that HDZ is still continuing the trade coalition with Kerum"

The political party Centar has called on Split mayor Tomislav Šuta to initiate changes to the city's General Urban Plan (GUP), revoke the concession for the beach of Bene, and dismiss Željko Kerum's employees from municipal companies and supervisory boards. Marijana Puljak stated that previous governments had prepared the process for changing the GUP, which only requires the mayor's signature. She argued that without Kerum's influence, there is no reason to delay the process, emphasizing the interest of citizens over construction lobbies. Puljak also demanded the cancellation of the Bene concession, claiming it belongs to Kerum's son-in-law and that contractual obligations have been violated for years. Additionally, she requested the removal of all Kerum's staff from director positions and supervisory boards, advocating for transparency and merit-based appointments. Saborski representative Damir Barbir criticized Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for not responding to two parliamentary questions regarding Bene and investigations against Kerum, despite legal deadlines. Gorana Rosandić, a local council member of Centar, stated that conditions for unilaterally terminating the Bene lease

Bias read (Progressive): The article presents criticism towards HDZ and Željko Kerum, highlighting demands for reforms and accountability, suggesting a left-leaning perspective.

Telegram.hr logoTelegram.hrIndependentProgressive13 hr. ago
Puljak urges Shutt to dismiss Kerum's staff and initiate changes to the GUP: Now that he's gone...

The Croatian political party Centar has called on Split city mayor Tomislav Šut to initiate changes to the General Urban Planning Plan (GUP) of Split, revoke the concession on the Benama beach, and remove all members of Željko Kerum’s staff from municipal companies and oversight boards. Marijana Puljak, representing Centar, stated that the lack of progress on changing the GUP was attributed to Kerum’s influence, but now that Šut has declared Kerum 'no longer a political factor in Split,' there should be no further obstacles. Puljak emphasized that the process was already prepared by the previous administration and only requires the mayor’s signature. She also accused Kerum of holding the concession on Benama through his son-in-law and claimed that contractual obligations have been repeatedly violated. The party demands transparent appointments based on merit rather than political affiliation. Saborski representative Damir Barbir noted that Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has yet to respond to two parliamentary questions regarding Bene and Kerum, despite legal deadlines. Zupanijska vijećnica Goran Rosandić argued that conditions for terminating the Benama concession have long been满足

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the call for change against Željko Kerum's influence as a necessary step for transparency and public interest, using strong language such as 'trgovačka koalicija' (trade coalition), implying corruption and undue influence. It emphasizes the need for merit-based appointments and指责s

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija) logoHRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenteryesterday
I'm not afraid of the elections at all, we have a very good standing among the citizens

After the arrest of former mayor of Split Željko Kerum, whose party HGS is part of the ruling coalition with HDZ led by Mayor Tomislav Šuta, questions arose about the stability of the current administration. In an interview with HTV, Tomislav Šuta emphasized that Kerum is not a member of the City Council and clarified that he works exclusively with Mr. Stanisic and other council members. He stated that all decisions are made independently, presented to the president of the City Council before being submitted, and that there have been no issues with transparency. Šuta acknowledged that the only solution for maintaining order in the City Council is extraordinary elections but expressed hope they won’t occur. He claimed the city is doing well with projects like affordable housing, elderly homes, road improvements, and property rights resolutions, and that he remains focused on the city’s development.

Bias read (Center): The article presents Mayor Šuta's statements regarding governance and the situation within the City Council without overtly praising or criticizing his leadership. It includes both his defense of administrative independence and acknowledgment of potential instability due to the arrest of a coalition

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