Information Reference on Determining the Advisability of Amending the Law of Ukraine “On Drinking Water and Drinking Water Supply” with a Provision Allowing for Temporary Deviations from Drinking Water Quality Standards
Published on 13 April 2026, 14:00Abstract. This information reference examines the issues of legal certainty, correctness, and feasibility of amending the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine Regarding the Improvement of Legislative Standards in the Field of Drinking Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal” with a provision regarding temporary deviations from drinking water quality standards. Recommendations are provided, taking into account European Union law, the experience of foreign countries, and the current legislation of Ukraine.
Keywords: drinking water supply and wastewater disposal, state sanitary norms and rules, consumer rights.
03/2026