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The transition period during which both the new and existing construction permitting systems can be used will last at least 12 months, with no return to paper forms. Electronic applications will remain mandatory. This was announced by Petr Kulhánek, the candidate for Minister for Regional Development (Mayors and Independents). Minister of Transport Martin Kupka (Civic Democratic Party) stated that the government will decide on October 16 whether to continue developing the current digital permitting system or start over, potentially with a new supplier. Kupka was tasked with overseeing the digitalization of construction permits after the dismissal of Ivan Bartoš, whose handling of the project was criticized. The cabinet reshuffle caused by the controversial construction permit system led the Pirate Party to leave the government coalition.

Industrial production in the Czech Republic rose by 1.5% year-on-year in August, marking growth after five months of decline, according to the Czech Statistical Office (ČSÚ). This follows a 1.9% decrease in July. The rise was influenced by the timing of company holidays in the automotive sector. Additionally, new orders increased by more than 10% year-on-year. Industrial production also saw a 1.8% month-on-month increase from July. Growth was primarily driven by the automotive sector, which recorded a 14.4% rise, along with gains in electronics and beverage production.

The Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra (SOČR) will conclude its three-part Tristan and Isolde project on Monday, with the final act of Richard Wagner’s opera performed under the baton of conductor Petr Popelka. The proceeds from the concert in Prague's Rudolfinum will be donated to the Help with Us fund, supporting senior homes affected by recent floods through the Czech Radio Endowment Fund.  The concert marks the culmination of a three-season-long project, with each season dedicated to one act of Wagner's opera. The final act, set in Brittany's Kareol castle, sees the tragic end of the love story as Tristan dies in Isolde's arms. Norwegian soprano Elisabeth Teige will perform as Isolde, alongside Swedish tenor Michael Weinius as Tristan.

On Monday, President Petr Pavel meets the Mayors and Independents Party candidates for the positions of Minister of Industry and Trade, Lukáš Vlček, and Minister for Regional Development, Petr Kulhánek. Both are expected to be appointed to the cabinet on Tuesday. Vlček will replace Jozef Síkela, who is leaving for the European Commission, while Kulhánek will succeed Ivan Bartoš, who was dismissed earlier this month. Vlček plans to focus on energy policy, including the completion of contracts for new nuclear blocks at Dukovany. Kulhánek will prioritize the improvement of digitalized construction procedures and the recovery of flood-affected regions.