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Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced that Tonči Glavinić has been selected as the new head of the State Inspectorate. Glavinić, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, and State Property, was chosen due to his experience in post-disaster reconstruction and the removal of the Vjesnik building. Plenković emphasized that Glavinić has the trust of the government and coalition partners and will begin his role soon. The decision comes after the previous head, Andrija Mikulić, was dismissed in November 2022 over allegations of accepting bribes. During the same press conference, Plenković addressed concerns about illegal waste disposal and the findings of forensic reports, stating that the government is not involved in commissioning or publishing these reports. He argued that such documents should be interpreted by experts rather than politicians, and he expressed confidence in transparency despite upcoming reports related to waste buried in Benkovac.
Premier Andrej Plenković officially confirmed that Tonči Glavinić, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction and State Property, is the candidate for the new head of the State Inspectorate. Glavinić has the trust of the government and coalition partners. “The government will appoint him and he will start his work very soon,” Plenković stated after a meeting with the parliamentary majority. He thanked Glavinić for accepting the new position. Plenković described Glavinić as young but already experienced, highlighting his background as a civil engineer who has worked extensively within the State Inspectorate, particularly during the post-earthquake reconstruction efforts and the removal of the Vjesnik building. “After discussions with Minister Bačić and Glavinić himself, we have determined that this is the right time for him to take a career and professional step forward,” Plenković said. He expressed confidence that Glavinić, familiar with both the Inspectorate and the government, will perform his duties well. “There is nothing problematic regarding him; he is ready to dedicate himself to the task and will have the government’s support.” Glavinić acknowledged the trust placed in him and expressed awareness of the challenges ahead. “I will give everything I can, and I believe I will justify the trust,” he said. Andrija Mikulić, who led the State Inspectorate until December 27, 2025, was removed from office under suspicion of receiving bribes. His successor, Glavinić, will assume the role following approval by the Croatian Parliament. During the same session, Plenković addressed concerns over illegal waste dumping and the need for site remediation in Gospić. When asked why certain findings of waste fraud were not discussed during parliamentary sessions or extraordinary meetings, he stated that the government had no involvement in ordering or publishing such findings. “The government has no connection with these fraud cases. Neither is the government the one who ordered or authored them, nor does it decide on the timing of their publication,” he explained. He emphasized that such documents should be interpreted by experts, not by individuals with political agendas. When questioned about the announcement of the chief inspector’s report revealing three more findings, especially concerning waste buried near Benkovac, Plenković said it did not concern him. “As far as I am concerned, everything must be transparent and published so people can see the documents,” he said. However, he stressed that such documents should be interpreted by qualified professionals, scientists, and authorized technicians who signed them. “Not because of criminal proceedings, but to avoid the risk of secrecy undermining all phases of the process, someone writes, signs, someone else publishes through a statement, and then interprets it. That makes no sense,” he added. He further criticized the practice of “framing” documents, calling it a form of manipulation in the media. “Framing is a sport in Croatia that we can discuss a lot. Framing is not the most honorable sport in the Croatian media space. It is a so-called adapted approach. How it suits whom,” he remarked. Plenković also touched upon the issue of waste disposal in Zaprešić, noting that local communities resist having waste processed on their territory. “Everyone wants to be aware that we must somewhere dispose of and treat waste, that we must somewhere place garbage or build waste management centers, but nobody wants anything close to themselves. That is quite interesting phenomenon,” he said. He compared this attitude to the reluctance of some environments to accept investments. “Therefore, nobody will do anything. The best solution is to stand still, and nothing moves anywhere. That is a great approach. That is otherwise a very good…” The decision to appoint Glavinić follows months of anticipation, with the State Inspectorate needing a new head after the departure of Andrija Mikulić, who was implicated in corruption allegations. Glavinić, 38, graduated in civil engineering from the University of Osijek in 2014 and has spent much of his career in public administration, construction, and inspection roles. He joined the Ministry of Construction in 2015 and later moved to the State Inspectorate in 2019, working there until 2022 before becoming a ministerial advisor. He oversaw the implementation of the earthquake recovery project and was appointed state secretary in May 2025. His recent visibility came from overseeing the removal of the Vjesnik building in Zagreb, damaged in a fire. During the cleanup, he coordinated with the Ministry of Construction and the City of Zagreb, addressing issues such as asbestos discovery and its impact on the project timeline. He also participated in final stages of the demolition, explaining safety measures and traffic restrictions. With his appointment, Glavinić returns to the State Inspectorate, now in a leadership role, marking a significant shift in his career.
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Tonči Glavinić, trenutno državni tajnik u Ministarstvu prostornoga uređenja, graditeljstva i državne imovine, može postati novi glavni državni inspektor ako dobije podršku Vlade i Sabora. Rođen 12. siječnja 1988. u Splitu, Glavinić je završio građevinski fakultet 2014. godine i nakon toga započeo karijeru u državnoj upravi, posebno u području graditeljstva i inspekcijskih poslova. Bio je viši građevinski inspektor u Državnom inspektoratu do 2022., a zatim je postao savjetnik ministra. Glavinić je bio uključen u projekt uklanjanja Vjesnikova nebodera u Zagrebu, posebno zbog problema s azbestom, što je utjecalo na raspored radova i rokove projekta. Tijekom 2023. godine bio je aktivno prisutan u javnosti u vezi s tim projektom.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual overview of Tonči Glavinić’s professional background and his potential appointment as head of the State Inspectorate. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The content remains neutral in tone, focusing on career history and
Why factuality (96): This article provides an accurate account of Tonči Glavinić’s background, including his birth date, education, and professional trajectory within the government. It aligns with the primary source regarding his roles in the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, and State Property, and his invol
Why objectivity (92): The article remains largely objective, focusing on factual reporting of Glavinić’s career and qualifications. It avoids strong endorsements or criticisms, maintaining a balanced tone throughout. The only minor deviation is the inclusion of a photo caption, which is standard journalistic practice and
Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced that Tonči Glavinić has been selected as the new head of the State Inspectorate. Glavinić, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, and State Property, was chosen due to his experience in post-disaster reconstruction and the removal of the Vjesnik building. Plenković emphasized that Glavinić has the trust of the government and coalition partners and will begin his role soon. The decision comes after the previous head, Andrija Mikulić, was dismissed in November 2022 over allegations of accepting bribes. During the same press conference, Plenković addressed concerns about illegal waste disposal and the findings of forensic reports, stating that the government is not involved in commissioning or publishing these reports. He argued that such documents should be interpreted by experts rather than politicians, and he expressed confidence in transparency despite upcoming reports related to waste buried in Benkovac.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the appointment of Glavinić and Plenković's comments regarding the forensic reports. It includes direct quotes from both Plenković and Glavinić, providing their perspectives without overtly favoring one side. The framing remains neutral, focusing on the人事任命
Why factuality (95): The article accurately reports that Tonči Glavinić has been proposed as the new head of the State Inspectorate by Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. It includes specific details from the primary source such as his current position as state secretary in the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Construction, a
Why objectivity (90): The article maintains a neutral tone, presenting facts without overt bias. It quotes the prime minister directly and provides background information on Glavinić’s qualifications and experience. While it praises Glavinić’s capabilities, it does so in a measured manner without excessive emotional lang
Tonči Glavinić, državni tajnik u Ministarstvu graditeljstva, prostornog uređenja i državne imovine, predstavljen je kao kandidat za novog glavnog državnog inspektora. Premijer Andrej Plenković je objavio da Glavinić ima iskustvo u građevinarstvu i surađivao je s ministrom Branimirom Bačićem na projektima poput uklanjanja Vjesnika. Kandidatura je podržana svim koalicijskim partnerima, a Glavinić je naveo da će svoj rad temeljiti na jačanju svih odjela u Državnom inspektoratu, posebno zaštite okoliša. Također je naglasio da je svjestan odgovornosti te da će preuzeti 17 različitih resora, uključujući zaštitu okoliša.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the appointment of a new head of the State Inspectorate, a politically significant position in Croatia. The framing is neutral, focusing on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and the support he has received from coalition partners. There is no overtly biased language, o
Why factuality (92): The article correctly identifies Tonči Glavinić as the proposed candidate for the role of chief state inspector and includes relevant details about his career path, including his work at the State Inspectorate and his role in the reconstruction process after the earthquake. However, it omits some sp
Why objectivity (85): The article presents the information in a relatively neutral way but shows a slight inclination toward positive framing of Glavinić’s appointment. It emphasizes his qualifications and the support he has received from coalition partners, which could be seen as slightly favoring him, even if not overl
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