Abstract. The information reference analyses the content, structure and functionality of official websites of parliaments of different states, including the European Union, Canada and the United Kingdom. The types of content, document formats, level of data openness, use of analytical tools, introduction of artificial intelligence and methods of interaction with the public are considered.

Keywords: parliamentary websites, open data, digitalisation, legislation, artificial intelligence, content, public information, analytics, e-democracy.

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04/2025

Abstract: The Information reference summarizes the activities of the Government Lawmaking Center of the Republic of Poland. Its main functions are analyzed, including the preparation of legal acts and ensuring their compliance with the Constitution of Poland and EU law, publication of governmental legal acts, and training of specialists in lawmaking.

Keywords: lawmaking, legislative process, government, Republic of Poland, normative legal acts, organization of the rulemaking process.

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04/2025

Abstract. In Ukraine, the issue of political party funding has undergone significant changes since independence, reflecting the evolution of legislation in the context of ensuring transparency of state institutions and democratic standards. With the adoption of a number of laws and legislative amendments, including the Law of Ukraine ‘On Political Parties in Ukraine’, a system of public and private funding was created, including both self-financing of parties and direct state subsidies.

Keywords: political parties, democratic governance, funding, public funding, political corruption

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03/2025

Abstract. The informational reference generalises the information on the content of the public administration reform in the Republic of North Macedonia and the expected results of its implementation. The obstacles to the implementation of the public administration reform in North Macedonia are indicated.

Keywords: Republic of North Macedonia, public administration bodies, public administration reform, civil servants, administrative employees.

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03/2025

Abstract. The Information reference highlights the mechanisms of engaging citizens in parliamentary activities, using the example of the European Parliament. The list of tools (channels) of effective communication between parliament and citizens used in the European Union (EU) and its member states is provided. Attention is focused on the mechanisms of citizens' access to legislative activities and influence on decision-making.  

Keywords: communication mechanisms, social networks, electronic petitions, parliamentary television, website.

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12/2024

Abstract: The Briefing Paper presents the results of the analysis of the legislation of the G-7 countries (Canada, the USA, the UK, France, Italy, Germany, Japan) on access of media representatives to parliamentary buildings. The paper highlights the peculiarities of regulating the procedure of accreditation of journalists, their admission to the parliament building, attendance at parliamentary meetings and other events, as well as restrictions on such access.

Key words: accreditation, openness of parliament, access of journalists to parliament, journalist, media representative.

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12/2024

Abstract. The Information Reference analyses the gift policies of European parliaments with a view to implementing best practices in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.

Keywords: gift, official delegation, international delegation, parliament, parliamentary diplomacy.

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11/2024

Abstract. The Informational Reference provides an analysis of the status of implementation of the agreements reached at the 9th and 10th rounds of the Jean Monnet Dialogues and the current state of reforms in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.

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11/2024

Abstract. The Information reference highlights the experience of France, Spain and Poland in introducing a business ombudsman institution and provides suggestions on possible options for resolving this issue in Ukraine.

Keywords: business environment, business ombudsman, anti-corruption policy, investment, mediation.

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12/2024

Abstract. The informational note contains the results of a comparative study of the functioning of parliamentary budget offices in the EU member states. Based on the practice of the EU member states and taking into account the current needs of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, the authors propose models for the establishment of a similar institution in Ukraine.

Keywords: independent fiscal institution, parliamentary budget office, fiscal policy, budget policy.

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09/2024