Abstract. The informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Clause 18 of Article 10-1 of the Law of Ukraine ‘On Social and Legal Protection of Servicemen and Members of Their Families’ Regarding the Procedure for Granting Leave During Martial Law” (No. 14403-1 dated 12 February 2026).

Key words: legal regime of martial law, military personnel, annual basic leave, additional leave, leave for family reasons.

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02/2026

Abstract. This informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the proposals set out in the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding the Reinstatement of the Provision on the Specifics of Establishing and Recording Working Hours and Rest Periods on Public Holidays and Non-Working Days” (No. 14403 dated 26 January 2026).

Key words: legal regime of martial law, labour legislation, working hours, holidays, non-working days.

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02/2026

Abstract. The informational reference presents the results of an analysis of the draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Clause 144 of Section XV ‘Final Provisions’ of the Law of Ukraine ‘On Compulsory State Pension Insurance’ Regarding the Simplification of the Procedure for Confirming the Non-Receipt of Pensions from the Pension Authorities of the Russian Federation by Military personnel and Veterans” (No. 15023 dated 10 February 2026).

Key words: military personnel, veterans, temporarily occupied territories, military service, pensions, Pension Fund of Ukraine.

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02/2026

Abstract. This dossier analyses the legal regulation of water resources and land related to water bodies at the level of the European Union, with particular reference to France and Slovakia. It establishes that France applies a mixed public-private regulatory model, whereas in Slovakia constitutionally enshrined state ownership of groundwater and watercourses is combined with administrative and legal restrictions governing the use of land associated with water bodies.

Keywords: water resources, property rights, water fund lands, water bodies, basin principle, state ownership, water law, environmental law.

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02/2026

Abstract. This analytical note examines foreign practices concerning the evaluation of the performance of civil servants. It summarises selected aspects of the legal regulation and practical application of evaluation procedures and performance management in the public sector.

Keywords: civil service, performance evaluation, performance management, public administration reform.

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02/2026

Abstract. This review dossier examines certain aspects of household income taxation in several EU Member States, as well as in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia.

Keywords: household, personal income tax (PIT), tax return, tax relief, economic activity.

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02/2026

Abstract. The parliamentary study examines the issues related to the legal nature of an apparent conflict of interest in the context of European experience in the legislative framework for corruption prevention.

The study analyses regulatory approaches to defining the concept of an apparent conflict of interest within the European Union legislation, clarifies its legal nature, and identifies two models of legal regulation of apparent conflicts of interest in EU Member States (Denmark, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Croatia).

It also outlines prospects for legislative development aimed at preventing and regulating apparent conflicts of interest in Ukraine.

Key words: apparent conflict of interest, corruption, models of legal regulation, public official, anti-corruption legislation.

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03/2026

Abstract. The parliamentary study analyses the issues related to improving legislative regulation and establishing an effective system of institutional support for combating organised crime in Ukraine, taking into account the current criminogenic situation and the social challenges caused by martial law and the repulsion of Russian armed aggression.

The study examines the Law of Ukraine “On the Organizational and Legal Framework for Combating Organised Crime” with regard to the existence of inconsistencies and gaps; draft laws on the prevention of and counteraction to organized crime in Ukraine; and the recommendations of the European Commission, as set out in the Report on Ukraine within the framework of the European Union Enlargement Package 2025, concerning the harmonization of Ukrainian legislation with the core requirements of EU law (acquis) in the field of combating organised crime.

The results of the study identify risks and gaps in the legislative regulation of public relations in this area, which hinder the establishment and effective functioning of a comprehensive institutional system for combating organized crime in Ukraine. The study proposes introducing the necessary amendments to Ukraine’s special legislation aimed at modernising and streamlining the institutional and legal framework for combating organised crime, in line with relevant EU standards and taking into account the need to ensure national security under martial law and in the context of repelling the armed aggression of the Russian Federation.

Key words: organised crime, legal regulation of combating organized crime, institutional support for countering organised criminal groups, law enforcement agencies, national coordination body, regulation of the activities of specialised units.

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03/2026

Abstract. The analytical note examines the conceptual foundations of organizing a special vetting procedure for obtaining admission to and access to state secrets and intelligence information by subjects of parliamentary oversight. It analyses the legislation of Lithuania, Latvia, Norway, Poland, Sweden, Finland, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States with regard to the specific procedures for granting admission to and access to state secrets and intelligence information to persons involved in or participating in parliamentary oversight of special-purpose law enforcement bodies and intelligence agencies. Particular attention is paid to the regulatory requirements and standards applicable in NATO member states concerning admission to and access to state secrets (classified information). The note also outlines the conditions, procedures, and rules governing access to and handling of classified information required by Members of the European Parliament for the exercise of their legislative and oversight functions.

Based on the results of the analysis, the following existing models are identified and summarised: Scandinavian, Anglo-Saxon, Eastern European, and Baltic. Their common features and key differences in the subject matter of legal regulation are outlined, in particular with regard to the established procedures for undergoing a special vetting process or for obtaining automatic access to state secrets by virtue of a parliamentary mandate. The specific features of the legislation of the respective EU and NATO member states concerning the organisation and conduct of special vetting procedures, taking into account national particularities, are also systematised.

Conclusions and proposals are formulated regarding the use of EU and NATO member states’ experience for improving the legal regulation of procedures governing the organisation and conduct of special vetting for admission to and access to state secrets, as well as access to intelligence information by designated persons.

Key words: special vetting, access to state secrets, admission to state secrets, classified information, parliamentary oversight, level of classification, secret information, secrecy regime, state policy on the protection of state secrets, parliamentary mandate, special oath of confidentiality.

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02/2026

Abstract. The parliamentary study presents the results of an analysis of the provisions set out in the draft Labour Code of Ukraine (No. 14386 dated 15 January 2026). Particular attention is given to the conceptual foundations of labour law doctrine and their influence on the structure of the proposed codified act. The purpose and principal objectives of the future Code are examined. A comparative analysis of the norms governing the core institutions of labour law is undertaken in order to assess their compliance with international and, in particular, European standards. The study also considers foreign experience in regulating non-standard forms of organising hired labour and social dialogue. Finally, the advantages and potential vulnerabilities of the principles of legal regulation of labour relations proposed in the draft are identified.

Key words: labour legislation, labour law doctrine, codification, code, labour rights, employee, employer.

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02/2026