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A report reveals that the Bucharest Transport Company (STB) recorded an alarming number of medical leave days in 2025, totaling 484 years. This excessive absenteeism has contributed to operational staff shortages and financial strain, leading to the company's insolvency. Many of these medical leaves are suspected to lack legitimate diagnoses, with some employees allegedly working for tourism agencies during their sick leave. The financial impact on STB and health insurance budgets is estimated at around 55 million lei. The administrator plans to report these findings to the authorities. STB has been in insolvency since September 2026, facing debts of approximately 1.6 billion lei, and is working on a restructuring plan.