Abstract. This informational reference presents the findings of an analysis of state policy and trends in the development of national legislation on the protection of public mental health. It focuses on innovations in Ukrainian legislation aimed at shifting the paradigm for safeguarding the social and other rights of persons with mental and behavioural disorders, as well as on social projects designed to support the psychological well-being of people in need of such assistance.

Key words: mental health care, mental health, mental disorder, behavioural disorder, psychological disorder, mental health protection.

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04/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the Draft Law of Ukraine “On Amending Article 40 of the Labour Code of Ukraine Regarding the Clarification of the Procedure for the Re-Dismissal of an Employee” (No. 15091 dated 19 March 2026).

Key words: employment relations, employee, employer, re-dismissal of an employee, dismissal procedure, court.

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04/2026

Abstract. The informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the draft law “On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine ‘On Pension Provision for Persons Discharged from Military Service and Certain Other Persons’ Regarding the Prohibition of the Application of Reducing Coefficients to the Amount of Pension Assigned to Persons Discharged from Military Service” (No. 15090-1 dated 24 March 2026). Particular attention is given to measures aimed at ensuring the financial balance of the Pension Fund of Ukraine.

Key words: Pension Fund of Ukraine, principles of solidarity and social justice, calculation of pension amounts based on years of service, limiting coefficients, military personnel.

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04/2026

Abstract. The information reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the draft law “On Amendments to the Law of Ukraine ‘On Pension Provision for Persons Discharged from Military Service and Certain Other Persons’ Regarding the Prohibition of the Application of Reducing Coefficients to the Amount of Pension Assigned to Persons Discharged from Military Service” (No. 15090 dated 19 March 2026). It also provides statistical data on the level of pension provision for military personnel as of 1 April 2026.

Key words: pension provision, solidarity pension system, retirement pension, calculation of retirement pension, social guarantees.

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04/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the Draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Legislation in the Field of Protection of Personal Non-Property Rights in the Context of European Integration” (No. 15151 dated 9 April 2026). Particular attention is given to judicial practice in resolving disputes concerning compensation for non-pecuniary damage.

Key words: personal non-property rights, intentional acts by an employee, violation of an employee’s legal rights, discrimination, mobbing (harassment), non-pecuniary damage, validity of a court decision.

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04/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the Draft Law of Ukraine “On Amending Article 41 of the Labour Code of Ukraine Regarding the Clarification of Additional Grounds for Termination of an Employment Contract at the Employer’s Initiative with Certain Categories of Employees under Specific Conditions” (No. 15162 dated 9 April 2026).

Key words: labour legislation, employment contract, grounds for termination of an employment contract, conflict of interest, corruption risks.

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04/2026

Abstract. The informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Article 11 of the Law of Ukraine ‘On Social and Legal Protection of Military Personnel and Members of Their Families’ to Ensure the Availability of the Best Medicines, Medical Devices and Assistive Devices for Military Personnel During Treatment and Rehabilitation” (No. 15125 dated 02 April 2026).

Key words: healthcare, treatment, medicines, rehabilitation, rehabilitation, assistive devices, military personnel, war veterans.

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04/2025

Abstract. The informational reference sets out the results of the analysis of the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Article 15 of the Law of Ukraine ‘On Humanitarian Aid’ regarding the provision of transport services to the public during martial law on intercity and suburban public bus routes, the organisation of which is entrusted to state authorities” (No. 15102 dated 27 March 2026). Proposals have been analysed regarding the expansion and clarification of the range of entities that may use vehicles received as humanitarian aid for the provision of passenger transport services by road.

Key words: road transport, public bus route, humanitarian aid, passenger transport, publicly owned business entity, transport services.

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04/2026

Abstract. This informational reference analyses the proposals set out in the draft Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine “On an Appeal to the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Adoption of Urgent Measures to Increase the Amount of the Old-Age Minimum Pension in 2026” (No. 15059 dated 09 March 2026).

Key words: pension system, pension provision level, minimum old-age pension, subsistence minimum, inflation rate.

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03/2026

Abstract. This informational reference  provides recommendations regarding the hearings held by the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Social Policy and the Protection of Veterans’ Rights on the topic: “40 Years Since the Chernobyl Disaster: Current Realities and Future Challenges”. It highlights Japan’s experience in addressing the consequences of the Great East Japan Earthquake and the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.

Key words: Chernobyl disaster, radioactive contamination of the territory, persons affected by the Chernobyl disaster, persons engaged in Chernobyl accident clean-up activities, social protection.

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03/2026