Verkhovna Rada
In Ukraine, the state agency "PlayCity" was created to replace the liquidated KRAIL
The government has created the PlayCity State Agency to implement policy in the field of gambling, instead of CRAIL. The agency will be coordinated by the Ministry of Digital Affairs, with a staff of 61 people.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee supported the draft law on the use of weapons by the National Guard during mass riots: details
The Verkhovna Rada Committee supported draft law No. 10311, which allows the National Guard to use special means to stop mass riots. The use of batons, electroshockers and sound and light grenades is permitted.
HACC approved the agreement with ex-deputy Kormyshkina: 5 years were replaced with a suspended sentence
HACC approved the agreement with former deputy Iryna Kormyshkina and her husband. She was given a suspended sentence, a fine of UAH 68,000 and an obligation to pay UAH 20 million to the budget and UAH 2 million to the Armed Forces.
Registration of men abroad: a resolution has been submitted to the government for consideration
The government is considering a resolution that will allow men aged 18-60 to register for military service abroad without the TCC and VLK. Consulates will be able to issue documents.
“Analyze the information”: Head of ARMA Duma responded to criticism from the head of the anti-corruption committee Radina
Olena Duma reacted to accusations of manipulation with ARMA assets, calling on Deputy Radina to "analyze the information. " Earlier, Radina revealed the distortion of data on the agency's activities.
Military personnel will be able to study in higher education institutions without interrupting their service - Umerov
The Ministry of Defense will allow contractors and conscripts aged 18-24 to study in higher education institutions. This requires the permission of the commander, оформлений наказом по військовій частині.
A serviceman will not be dismissed from service, even if the court признає мобілізацію незаконною - рішення ВС
Even if the mobilization is признає незаконною, the serviceman will not be звільнено зі служби. The procedure of призову is незворотною, therefore the визнання її протиправною does not поновлює the previous state. Such a рішення ухвалив the Верховний Суд.
Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the deployment of Ukrainian Armed Forces units to other countries
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the deployment of Ukrainian Armed Forces units abroad. This is possible to ensure national security and repel armed aggression during martial law.
World Consumer Rights Day and International Day of Seal Pup Protection: what to celebrate on March 15
Every year on March 15, World Consumer Rights Day and International Day of Seal Pup Protection are celebrated. Also, it is World Speech and Oratory Day.
"Another 10 billion hryvnias were added in two weeks": the head of the anti-corruption committee of the Rada exposed the manipulations of ARMA
The head of the Verkhovna Rada's anti-corruption committee stated that ARMA distorted information on budget revenues and the number of assets transferred to management. The Accounting Chamber also found problems in the agency's work.
Viktor Yelenskyi was reappointed as the head of the State Service for Ethnopolitics for the third time
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has reappointed Viktor Yelenskyi as the head of the State Service for Ethnopolitics and Freedom of Conscience. A Deputy Minister of Social Policy has also been appointed.
In Ukraine, children of veterans and fallen defenders will be able to study for free: what is known
The Cabinet of Ministers is launching a 1. 5-year project with one-time educational assistance for children of Ukrainian defenders in the 2024/25 and 2025/26 academic years. Certain categories of people will receive benefits.
March 14: Ukrainian Volunteer Day, International Ask a Question Day, International Day of Mathematics
Today, Ukraine celebrates Volunteer Day, International Day of Mathematics, and "Pi" Day. Also today is the birthday of Albert Einstein and a time to ask questions.
Procurement of equipment in Bulgaria for two power units of Khmelnytskyi NPP: Zelenskyy signed the bill
The President of Ukraine signed a bill allowing "Energoatom" to purchase equipment in Bulgaria for the construction of power units No. 3 and No. 4 of the Khmelnytskyi NPP.
The Reserve+ will have the option to pay a fine for violation of military registration
Those liable for military service will be able to pay a fine for violation of military registration with a 50% discount in the Reserve+ application. Payment of the fine does not exempt from mobilization.
Legalization of cryptocurrency will provide an additional source of filling the state budget - economist
Economist Andriy Novak believes that the legalization of cryptocurrencies in Ukraine may become an additional source of budget replenishment. Experts point to legal uncertainty and lack of protection of rights in this area.
"Komarnytskyi tapes" case: Klitschko announced the dismissal of several people involved and announced new resignations
Klitschko announced the dismissal of a number of Kyiv City State Administration officials involved in land corruption in the Kyiv City Council. The mayor also announced further inspections and reorganization in the urban planning sector.
The Rada supported the reduction of fines for late clarification of data in the SCC
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted draft law No. 12093 on a 50% discount on fines for late clarification of military registration data. This should help to replenish the budget and update the data.
The Rada supported the bill on compensation for unused leave to servicemen
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill on payment of monetary compensation to the military for unused days of leave during mobilization. The bill aims to ensure payments upon dismissal from service.
The vehicles for transportation is planned to be expanded at the expense of humanitarian aid: Rada supported
The Verkhovna Rada supported a bill allowing communal enterprises to use equipment received as humanitarian aid for passenger transportation. This applies to buses, trams and other transport.
Salary of more than 30,000 hryvnias for police officers: The Rada has adopted a bill
The Rada has adopted as a basis bill №6506-1, which provides for the establishment of a salary for police officers in the amount of more than 30,000 hryvnias. However, this will not apply to cadets.
Rada supported criminal liability for violations during mobilization for heads of TCR and MMC
The Rada adopted draft law No. 12442 on criminal liability for violations of mobilization and medical examination by the heads of TCR and MMC. It provides for punishment for violations of the procedure for medical examination and conscription.
In Ukraine, they plan to simplify the payment of fines for violations of military registration: how
Bill No. 12093 will allow Ukrainians to pay fines for violations of military registration online through the "Reserve+" application. A 50% discount is expected when paying the fine and the possibility of updating data without visiting the TCC.
Improvement of the reburial mechanism for defenders: The Council adopted the draft law as a basis
The Verkhovna Rada supported in the first reading the draft law on the mechanism for the reburial of fallen defenders of Ukraine. The document provides for the allocation of 6.61 million UAH for the reburial of about 500 fallen in 2025.
The law on the new salary payment system for civil servants does not provide for a salary increase for them - MPs
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a law on the new salary payment system for civil servants, which does not provide for salary increases. The bill aims to implement a transparent payment system and limit allowances.
Creation of the Higher Administrative Court: The Council has unblocked the signing of the law
The Verkhovna Rada rejected the resolution that blocked the signing of the law on the creation of the Higher Administrative Court. Now the document can be signed by the speaker and sent to President Zelensky.
Ban on discrimination in advertising: The Council adopted the draft law in the first reading
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law on new requirements for advertising. The document prohibits discriminatory advertising, the use of artificial intelligence, and establishes restrictions on the advertising of medicines and alcohol.
Civil Servants' Salary Reform: Rada has adopted the draft law
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted a law on a new salary system for civil servants based on job classification. The salary will consist of a fixed and variable part, and bonuses are limited to 30% of the annual salary.
In Ukraine, bonuses will be paid for knowledge of the English language: when and to whom
The Cabinet approved a 10% bonus to the salary for proficiency in English at the B2 level. The bonus will be received by civil servants, military personnel, police officers, and education workers.
The President signed a law that amends the Budget Code.
The President signed a law amending the Budget Code regarding capital expenditures. The document centralizes funding at the government level and introduces unified criteria for project selection.