VLEN proposes return of "school basket" with discounts up to 15%
VLEN says the plan—channeled through Minister Besar Durmishi—will give families discounts up to 15 percent on school supplies and show the savings on fiscal receipts.
VLEN announced on 22 August 2026 that it will propose reintroducing a measure called the "school basket" through the Minister of Economy and Labour, Besar Durmishi, offering discounts of up to 15 percent on school supplies.
The scheme, as described by VLEN, will cover essential items for the start of the school year: backpacks, notebooks, pencils, markers, drawing pads and other basic products needed for a successful return to classes.
How the measure will work
According to the announcement, products included in the "school basket" will be clearly labelled at points of sale. The discount will be calculated directly at the checkout and the reduced amount will be shown on the fiscal receipt, making the saving transparent for consumers.
VLEN framed the initiative as a concrete, citizen-focused step from a government coalition partner intended to lower household costs and provide practical support for families at the moment they need it most.
The party said it will present the proposal through Minister Besar Durmishi to the relevant institutions; the exact legal and administrative details, including participating retailers and the start date for the discounts, were not specified in the statement.
Photo: press material from the event
