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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
Abstract. This parliamentary study provides a retrospective overview of the legislative regulation of volunteering in Ukraine. It examines legislative approaches to defining the terms ‘humanitarian organisation’, ‘civil society organisation’ and ‘volunteer’.
The study highlights key trends in the development of Ukrainian legislation on volunteering as an area of activity for civil society organisations in the field of humanitarian response. It also analyses problematic aspects related to the activities of public associations, in particular public organisations, humanitarian organisations and volunteers, that require further legislative regulation.
Key words: humanitarian organisation, public organisation, volunteer, voluntary activity.
03/2026
Abstract. 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
Abstract. The study analyses the common and distinctive features in the legal regulation of gender equality standards and the conduct of gender expertise in the acts of the European Union and its Member States. It examines the standards for ensuring gender equality within the European Union, conceptual approaches to enshrining gender equality standards in the legislation of EU Member States, as well as institutional mechanisms and the specific features of gender expertise applied to regulatory and legal acts in EU Member States.
Key words: gender equality, gender equality standards, gender expertise of regulatory and legal acts, European Union acts, legislation of EU Member States.
03/2026