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President Petr Pavel acknowledged that complications due to the recent floods will impact the elections, but assured that everyone who wishes to vote will have the opportunity. Speaking after casting his vote alongside his wife Eva in the Senate and regional elections, Pavel emphasized that while some areas face difficulties, alternative voting stations or merged districts are in place in the worst-affected municipalities. He also highlighted the importance of voting, stating that elections are the only way to drive change, and stressed the Senate's role as a democratic safeguard. Despite the floods, the government chose not to delay the elections, which Pavel considers a reasonable decision. While some logistical issues may arise, he believes they are a smaller concern compared to the potential constitutional disputes over election legality.

The Olomouc region has restricted access to the flood-devastated area of Jeseník and surrounding villages as of noon today. The measure, issued by regional governor Josef Suchánek, aims to prevent an uncontrolled influx of volunteers and onlookers that could hinder rescue and cleanup operations over the weekend. Only registered volunteers, local residents, their relatives, hotel guests, emergency responders, soldiers, employees of local companies, and those involved in organizing elections will be allowed into the area. Police checkpoints have been set up on access roads, and violators face fines.

Czechia and Luxembourg have submitted a proposal to the European Commission (EC) outlining ways to enhance the EU's single market, with a focus on simplifying and harmonizing rules for goods and services, and applying the principle of mutual recognition where possible. Endorsed by 20 member states, the strategy will be presented at a meeting of EU industry ministers on September 26. The proposal calls for reducing administrative burdens and removing barriers to cross-border business activities, emphasizing quality and consistency in implementing rules. The EC is expected to publish a new single market strategy by June 2025.

Czechs are casting their ballots in regional and Senate elections. Over 8,000 candidates are contesting seats on regional councils across the country, except in Prague, where councilors are elected in municipal elections. Elections for a third of the Senate take place every six years. Nearly forty parties and movements have nominated 169 candidates for 27 seats in the upper chamber. A second round of Senate voting will take place next weekend for those who do not secure more than 50 percent of the vote, with the two top candidates from the first round advancing. Polling stations are open on Friday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.