This week's news: Here's what you had to say

Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed.

Expats.cz Staff

Written by Expats.cz Staff Published on 10.10.2026 10:30:01 (updated on 10.10.2026) Reading time: 1 minute

Every day of the week, we run a poll alongside our morning news, asking readers to weigh in on the key headlines and talking points shaping life in Czechia.

Our weekly “verdict” rounds up your responses, offering a snapshot of what’s on your mind.

You’ll also find related stories to help you catch up on the context behind the debate.


British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled a Brexit rethink. Should the United Kingdom rejoin the EU in full?

Yes - Rejoin the EU 82 %
No - Stay out 18 %
57 readers voted on this poll. Voting is open

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Czech municipal elections are underway, with eligible EU residents also able to vote in local contests. Will you be voting in this weekend's elections?

Yes — I've already voted or plan to vote. 29 %
No — I'm eligible, but won't be voting. 15 %
I'm not eligible to vote in Czechia. 56 %
105 readers voted on this poll. Voting is open

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Prague plans to replace part of the lawn beside the Dancing House with paving because tourists repeatedly wear out the grass. Do you support the change?

Yes — paving makes sense if the grass cannot survive. 54 %
Maybe — but the city should preserve as much green space as possible. 32 %
No — the square should remain predominantly green. 14 %
256 readers voted on this poll. Voting is open

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Housing affordability is a major issue in Czech cities ahead of this week’s municipal elections. What should local governments prioritize?

Build more municipal and affordable housing. 10 %
Make it easier for private developers to build more homes. 8 %
Focus on better use of existing housing, including vacant and short-term rental properties. 14 %
A combination of all of the above. 68 %
309 readers voted on this poll. Voting is open

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Trams will return to Wenceslas Square in June 2027, nearly 47 years after regular service ended. Do you think bringing them back is a good idea?

Yes — they will improve public transport connections in central Prague. 66 %
I’m not sure — it will depend on how the redesigned square works in practice. 14 %
No — Wenceslas Square would be better without tram traffic. 20 %
285 readers voted on this poll. Voting is open

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