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Abstract. This analytical note presents the results of an analysis of the regulation of the foundations and principles of memory policy in the legislation of foreign states. It identifies conceptual approaches to the implementation of memory policy, the main commemorative measures and forms of memorialisation related to fighters for national independence and war veterans. Particular attention is given to international practices concerning the creation, preservation and maintenance of Books of Remembrance within national parliaments.
Key words: memorialisation, fighters for national independence and war veterans, parliamentary space of memory, Books of Remembrance.
03/2026
Abstract. The parliamentary study reviews and summarizes the measures envisaged by the Rule of Law Roadmap aimed at improving legislation in the field of legal regulation of the prohibition of discrimination. It clarifies the status of the implementation of these measures and outlines the prospects for legislative support for the prohibition of discrimination in Ukraine.
Key words: discrimination, prohibition of discrimination, racism, xenophobia, gender, intolerance, genocide, Rule of Law Roadmap.
04/2026
Abstract. This analytical note presents the results of an analysis of fixed-term appointments to civil service posts, highlighting the specific features of the competitive selection process and the conclusion of agreements for fixed-term appointments to civil service posts, as set out in the national legislation of certain EU Member States, namely: the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Croatia.
Keywords: civil service, civil service post, fixed-term appointment to a post, civil service contract.
03/2026
Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the development of the network of veterans’ spaces in Ukraine. It provides information on the functioning of these spaces in local communities.
Key words: network of veterans’ spaces, local community, veterans, state policy on veteran support.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines issues related to the harmonization of current legislation with the provisions of the Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15056 dated 06 March 2026).
The draft law is assessed as complying with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, and the provisions of current criminal, criminal procedural, and anti-corruption legislation.
Key words: criminal liability, prevention of corruption, bribery, foreign public officials, international business transactions.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines issues related to ensuring timely trials under martial law in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15030 dated 13 February 2026). In particular, it addresses the recording of court proceedings, the pronouncement of court decisions, and the transfer of motions for the imposition or extension of a preventive measure to another judge (court).
The draft law is assessed as complying with the requirements of the Constitution of Ukraine, the fundamental principles of law-making, and the provisions of current criminal procedural and judicial legislation.
Key words: criminal proceedings, recording of court proceedings by technical means, court record, court, investigating judge, court decision, pronouncement of a court decision, motion for a preventive measure.
03/2026
Abstract. This analytical note focuses on the legal regulation and development of fair trade in the Member States of the European Union. In particular, it examines the approaches to economic and tax models applied by local authorities (municipalities) for the organisation and development of fair trade involving direct producers of agricultural and craft products. It explores the cultural and tourism aspects of the development of fair trade.
Keywords: fair, fair trade, exhibition, tax incentives, craft products.
03/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the issue of implementing certain acts of European Union law (EU acquis) into the criminal procedural legislation of Ukraine in the context of the analysis of the planning of parliamentary activities for 2026 and measures to implement the recommendations of the European Commission set out in the Progress Reports on Ukraine within the framework of the European Union Enlargement Package, as provided for in national programme documents. The correlation between the acts of EU law recommended for implementation and the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine concerning specific criminal procedural matters, in particular the resolution of conflicts of jurisdiction, was analysed.
Key words: criminal proceedings, acts of European Union law (EU acquis), implementation, recommendations of the European Commission, international cooperation, conflict of jurisdiction.
04/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the issue of improving legislation in the field of border security, simplifying border and customs procedures, and implementing recommendations provided by the European Union within the framework of the project “EU Support for Strengthening Integrated Border Management in Ukraine” (EU4IBM). It also addresses the implementation of the EU acquis and the alignment of border control procedures in Ukraine with EU standards in the context of the Draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15118 dated 31 March 2026).
The compliance of the proposed amendments with the current legislation of Ukraine, in particular in the field of state border protection, as well as with the requirements of legislative drafting techniques, was analysed, and their potential risks were identified.
Key words: state border protection, border control, border and customs procedures, state policy in the field of integrated state border management, border security, checkpoints, State Border Service of Ukraine.
04/2026
Abstract. The informational reference examines the issue of granting the Pension Fund of Ukraine access to the integrated interdepartmental information and communication system “Arkan” for the purpose of monitoring the crossing of the state border by persons, vehicles, and cargo, in the context of the draft Law of Ukraine (No. 15055 dated 05 March 2026).
Key words: crossing of the state border, mandatory state social insurance, pension insurance, social insurance, pension provision, temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine, integrated interdepartmental information and telecommunications system, State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Pension Fund of Ukraine.
03/2026