The activist found that 14 heads of regional prosecutor's offices aged about 45 receive a disability pension or a seniority pension. The Prosecutor General's Office is conducting an internal review of prosecutors with disabilities.
The conference participants discussed the US experience and the problems of veterans in Ukraine. Experts emphasized the need to develop Ukraine's own effective veterans' policy, taking into account the country's unique challenges.
ARMA has signed a contract to manage 434 railroad cars out of almost 21,000 seized. This happened after public pressure over the agency's inaction regarding the railcars, which had been idle for almost two years.
Servicemen and their spouses are entitled to loan benefits. They are exempt from paying interest, fines and penalties, but not the principal amount of the debt. The benefits do not apply to mortgages and car loans.
An economist warns of risks to the banking sector from the legalization of cryptocurrencies in Ukraine. A fintech expert points to potential benefits for the economy, including transparency and investment inflows.
The work of ARMA is not transparent due to the lack of external audit and blocking of the public council. A former official criticizes the leadership for populism and the inability to conduct a full audit this year.
The NABU purchases portable weather stations for UAH 56. 7 thousand, raising doubts about the priorities of the anti-corruption agency. Experts criticize the NABU for its low efficiency and wasting resources on cases with dubious prospects.
A former secretary of the ARMA's public council reported cases of uninspected asset valuation under Olena Duma's leadership. This raises doubts about the objectivity of the assessment and the transparency of the agency's activities.
The expert predicts that cryptocurrencies will be legalized in Ukraine next year. This will promote transparency, attract investment, and develop innovative fintech technologies, stimulating the country's economy.
A festival of Podillya customs and rituals was held in Nemyriv with the support of the MHP-Hromada charitable foundation. Guests tasted traditional dishes, viewed exhibitions of handicrafts and enjoyed performances by creative groups.
The foreign ministers of Ukraine and 8 Nordic-Baltic Eight countries pay an official visit to Odesa region. They discussed strengthening support for Ukraine, defense of ports and energy infrastructure.
The expert believes that ARMA's biggest problem is the improper management of seized assets. An audit could help make the agency's work more transparent and increase its credibility.
Almost 60% of Ukrainians do not trust the NABU and the SAPO, according to a poll by the Razumkov Center. The level of distrust has increased compared to the previous survey, which is attributed to the lack of verdicts in high-profile cases.
The project of a sports and rehabilitation center for the military in Odesa region was presented first.
NABU announced a tender for the purchase of heated air conditioners for UAH 1. 3 million, despite forecasts of a difficult energy situation in winter. Experts question the appropriateness of such budget expenditures.
The Rada's Tax Committee does not respond to violations by tax officials, including Sokur. The head of the #SaveFOP movement claims that Hetmantsev controls all personnel appointments in the STS, even at the local level.
Lawyer Serhiy Lysenko said that the assessment of ARMA property without a physical inspection can be challenged. This also applies to the situation with the Gulliver shopping center, where ARMA was unable to conduct a full inspection of the asset.
Philanthropists have summarized the results of the first month of the project to prevent cancer among women.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the Verkhovna Rada today, where he is expected to present the Victory Plan. The plan contains military, political and economic points, some of which will remain classified.
Odesa Oblast has 100% prepared its boiler houses for the heating season. The process of switching boiler houses to alternative fuels with the support of international partners is underway.
The chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance admitted that the law on tax increases violates the Constitution. Nevertheless, Hetmantsev believes the law is constitutional and that the criticism is “from the evil one.
A communication platform for business and government interaction is being launched in Odesa region. Weekly online meetings will start on October 17, with the first topic being employee booking and identification of critical enterprises.
International experts conducted a two-week visit to assess the work of the NABU. They received documents, held meetings, and are working on a methodology for conducting an independent audit of the anti-corruption agency.
Ihor Chobitko emphasizes the need for an independent audit of ARMA due to the lack of control and possible abuse. He criticizes the poor quality of asset management and the high level of populism in the agency.
The expert calls on Poroshenko to respond to the detention of a European Solidarity MP with $1. 5 million in cash. This is not the first scandal involving EU MPs to which the party leader has not responded.
The HACC extended the measure of restraint for former Minister Solskyi until December 8. SAPO prosecutors admitted that there was no evidence of guilt in the 5-year investigation of the ATO land case.
Head of the Tax Committee of the Verkhovna Rada Hetmantsev does not respond to violations of his former assistant Sokur at the State Tax Service. The NACP is checking Sokur's declarations and lifestyle, but the committee does not plan to consider this issue.
The head of the Odesa RSA, Oleg Kiper, announced the end of the swimming season due to a drop in sea temperature. He thanked residents, guests, utilities, rescuers and the military for a safe recreational season.
A former member of the ARMA Public Council criticized the valuation of property without actual inspection. He emphasized the need for public participation to ensure transparency of the process.
The National Bank of Ukraine has been at the center of a series of scandals due to the actions of its officials. Despite the criminal proceedings that have been opened, the NBU's management ignores public attention and does not respond to violations by its subordinates, which undermines confidence in the country's banking system.
