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.
Oleg Kiper warned about fraudulent letters demanding money transfers on his behalf. The materials were handed over to law enforcement agencies for investigation.
The head of the Odesa RSA spoke about yesterday's Russian attack on Odesa, which resulted in casualties and damage to infrastructure. The enemy's goal is to close the “grain corridor” and destroy Ukraine's economy.
The Ministry of Health has drafted a bill to reform medical and social expertise. It is planned to liquidate the MSEC and create new expert commissions, change the procedure for referral and assessment of a person's functioning.
A Russian missile strike on Odesa killed 1 person and wounded 8. Two civilian vessels were damaged, which could hinder Ukraine's grain initiative, which feeds 400 million people in 70 countries.
Okhmatdyt doctors held an on-site reception in Borodyanka. About 170 children received consultations from narrow specialists.
Following the self-dissolution of the public council, ARMA has been operating without external control for three weeks. Experts are calling for an independent audit to increase transparency and efficiency in the management of seized assets.
Petro Poroshenko declared UAH 823. 7 million in dividends from the Swiss company Sequent Schweiz AG. This is three times more than last year's payment from the “blind trust” that allows the company to operate in Russia during the war.
Former NABU deputy director Gizo Uglava said that the bureau had lost its independence due to the prevalence of personal interests over institutional ones. He expressed concern about the current state of the anti-corruption agency.
The Verkhovna Rada has passed a law on tax increases that should bring additional budget revenues. The European Business Association criticizes the decision, fearing that it will force honest businesses into the shadows.
The NACP has launched an investigation into a possible conflict of interest in the actions of NABU Director Semen Kryvonos following a complaint by Gizo Uglava. Uglava, a former deputy director of the NABU, accused Kryvonos of pressuring him to resign.
The Agrokebety. Grow Your Own project has selected 10 winners to receive grants of UAH 200,000 each. 7 of the 10 winning projects belong to war veterans or their families.
