National Bank of Ukraine Announcement on Accounting Prices for Bank Metals
The NBU has set accounting prices for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium for August 12, 2025. These prices are used for accounting purposes and are not mandatory for the purchase and sale of these metals by the National Bank. Banks and financial institutions can use these prices to assess the value of bank metals in their reporting, and individuals and legal entities can use them for informational purposes.
National Bank of Ukraine Announcement on Official Hryvnia Exchange Rates
The NBU has set official hryvnia exchange rates against foreign currencies and SDRs for August 12, 2025. These rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases provided by law, but do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell currency at these rates. It is important to note that these are official rates, but not mandatory for currency transactions in the market.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Coordination of Activities of Central Executive Bodies
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has redistributed powers related to the coordination of activities of central executive bodies. References to the “Minister of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine” have been removed from many regulations, and his functions have been redistributed among the Prime Minister of Ukraine, the State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, and other members of the government. The changes concern official business trips, preparation of working trips of the Prime Minister, awarding the Certificate of Honor of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, inspections of executive discipline, and bonus payments.## Government reshuffles and decisions: Key changes in public administration. These changes may affect the speed and efficiency of decision-making in the government.
## Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on subventions for healthcare
The government has redistributed subventions from the state budget to local budgets for investment projects in the field of healthcare, in particular, the changes concern projects in the Kharkiv region. The names of the financing objects have been changed, for example, the construction of the first stage of the treatment and diagnostic building of the Municipal Non-Profit Enterprise “Regional Oncology Center” has been replaced by the construction of the complex of the Municipal Non-Profit Enterprise “Regional Oncology Center” (First stage of construction. Adjustment). When using subvention funds for the Kharkiv region, it is necessary to take into account the new names of objects and the intended purpose of the funds.
## Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on assigning ranks to civil servants
The government assigned the third rank of a civil servant to specific individuals holding certain positions in state bodies. This affects their status, remuneration and other aspects of civil service.
## Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on dismissal
The government dismissed Vynnytskyi Mykhailo Ivanovich from the post of Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine at his own request. This may have implications for the activities of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine.
## Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on dismissal
The government dismissed Vasylenko Volodymyr Andriyovych from the post of Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine at his own request. This is an individual act, important only for the dismissed person and the Ministry of Social Policy.
## Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on appointment to the po
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This announcement of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) establishes accounting prices for banking metals (gold, silver, platinum and palladium) as of August 12, 2025. These prices are used for accounting purposes and do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.
**Structure and main provisions:**
* The announcement contains a table with information on each banking metal, including its numeric and alphabetic code, number of troy ounces, and accounting price in hryvnias.
* It is important to note that the accounting prices are set without any obligation on the part of the NBU to buy or sell metals at these prices.
**Key provisions for use:**
* Accounting prices may be used by banks and other financial institutions to value banking metals on their balance sheets and in their financial statements.
* Individuals and legal entities may use these prices for informational purposes, such as to assess the value of their investments in banking metals.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
This document is an official announcement of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the established official exchange rates of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – August 12, 2025.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a list of currencies, each with a numeric and alphabetic code, the number of currency units, name, and official exchange rate of the hryvnia against it. The footnote states that these rates are used for accounting purposes, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases provided for by law, but the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at these rates.
The most important thing to use is that these rates are official but not mandatory for foreign exchange transactions in the market. They are used for clearly defined purposes, such as accounting and transactions with government agencies.
### **On Amendments to Certain Acts of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding Coordination of Activities of Central Executive Bodies**
Of course, here is a description of this legislative act:
1. **Essence of the Law:**
The resolution amends a number of acts of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine relating to the coordination of activities of central executive bodies. The changes are aimed at reallocating powers and clarifying procedural issues related to the activities of government bodies. The key change is the exclusion of references to the “Minister of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine” from many regulations, the redistribution of his functions between other officials, including the Prime Minister of Ukraine, the State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, and other members of the Cabine
of Ukraine.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution consists of two parts: a list of amendments to specific acts of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, and the actual text of the amendments. The amendments relate to issues such as business trips, preparation of working trips of the Prime Minister, awarding of the Certificate of Honor of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, conducting inspections of executive discipline, the procedure for awarding bonuses to civil servants, and other aspects of the activities of central executive bodies. An important change is the redistribution of coordination functions among members of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, in particular, strengthening the role of the Prime Minister and other ministers in coordinating the activities of certain bodies.
3. **Most Important Provisions:**
* **Redistribution of Coordination Powers:** A significant part of the changes concerns the redistribution of functions previously performed by the Minister of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine among other officials. This may affect the efficiency and effectiveness of decision-making in the government.
* **Changes in the Procedure for Awarding Bonuses to Civil Servants:** The updated procedure for awarding bonuses to civil servants of category “A” defines new criteria and procedures for paying bonuses, which may affect the motivation and productivity of civil servants.
* **Clarification of Procedural Issues:** The changes clarify the procedures related to business trips, inspections and other aspects of the activities of executive bodies, which will contribute to a more efficient operation of the government apparatus.
On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated March 18, 2025, No. 312
Good day! Let’s consider the changes to the resolution regarding subventions for health care.
1. **Essence of Changes:** The resolution amends the distribution of subventions from the state budget to local budgets for the implementation of investment projects in the field of health care, in particular, reallocates funds for the Kharkiv region.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The document consists of a short introductory part and the direct changes to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 312 dated March 18, 2025.
* The changes relate to the Procedure and Conditions for Granting Subventions, as well as to the annex to the resolution, which specifies the objects of financing.
* There is a redistribution of funds allocated to the Kharkiv region, namely: the names of the objects to which the funds are directed are changed, namely, the construction of the first stage of the treatment and diagnostic building of the Municipal Non-Profit Enterprise “Regional Oncology Center” is replaced by the construction of the complex of the Municipal Non-Profit Enterprise “Regional Oncology Center” (First stage of construction. Adjustment), and the reconstruction of buildings of the Kharkiv Regional Clinical Hospital with the installation of a protective structure of civil defense (shelter) is replaced by measures to ensure the accessibility of people with disabilities in terms of the construction of an underground passage between the buildings of the Kharkiv Regional Clinical Hospital.
3. **Important Provisions**
for use:**
* The changes apply exclusively to projects in the Kharkiv region, therefore, other regions should take into account only the general provisions of Resolution No. 312.
* When using subvention funds for the Kharkiv region, it is necessary to take into account the new names of objects and the intended purpose of the funds.
* It should be noted that the changes relate specifically to the “adjustment” of the first phase of the construction of the oncology center, which may require amendments to the project documentation.
I hope this helps you better understand the essence of the changes!
On присвоєння рангів державним службовцям
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, issued on the basis of Article 39 of the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”, concerns the assignment of ranks to civil servants. The document provides for the assignment of the third rank of a civil servant to specific individuals holding certain positions in state bodies.
The structure of the order is simple: it consists of a preamble that refers to the law, and the main part, which lists the surnames, first names, and patronymics of the persons to whom the rank is assigned, as well as their positions. The document does not contain any sections or articles, as it is individual in nature and concerns specific individuals.
The most important provision of this order is the very fact of assigning the third rank of a civil servant to the specified persons, as this affects their status, remuneration, and other aspects of civil service.
On Dismissal of Vinnytskyi M.I. from the Position of Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the dismissal of a specific person from a position in the government. By the order, Vinnytskyi Mykhailo Ivanovich was dismissed from the position of Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine based on his own request.
The structure of the order is simple: it contains the name of the act, date and number, title, text of the order, and signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine. The text clearly indicates the person being dismissed and the reason for the dismissal – his own request.
The most important provision of this order is the dismissal of a specific person from the position, which may have consequences for the activities of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine.
On Dismissal of Vasylenko V.A. from the Position of Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues. It provides for the dismissal of a specific person, Vasylenko Volodymyr Andriyovych, from the position of Deputy Minister of Social Policy of Ukraine. The basis for the dismissal is the official’s own request.
The structure of the order is simple: the introductory part, which states the decision to
release, and the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine. The order does not contain any additional provisions or amendments to previous regulations but is an individual act concerning a specific person and position.
Since this order only concerns dismissal from office, it does not have a broad scope of application and is only important for the dismissed person and the Ministry of Social Policy.
On the Appointment of Kartashov P.I. as Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the appointment of a specific person to the position of Deputy Minister. By this order, Pavlo Ihorovych Kartashov is appointed as Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine.
The structure of the order consists of the title, date and place of issue, the text on the appointment, and the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine.
Since this is an individual act on appointment to a position, it does not contain provisions that are important to a wide range of people, except for the fact of the appointment itself.
On Amendments to Certain Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding Persons Affected by the Armed Aggression of the Russian Federation Against Ukraine
Good day! Here is a brief overview of the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine that you sent.
1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution amends existing regulations to exempt citizens of Ukraine who have been affected by the armed aggression of the Russian Federation and have lost their driver’s license or vehicle registration certificate from paying for certain administrative services and forms.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The resolution amends four other resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.
* The amendments relate to the Regulation on the Procedure for Issuing Driver’s Licenses, the Procedure for State Registration of Vehicles, the List of Paid Services of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Procedure for Providing Paid Services by Units of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
* The key change is the exemption from payment for re-issuance of documents (driver’s licenses and vehicle registration certificates) for persons recognized as victims of the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. To do this, it is necessary to provide a document from the pre-trial investigation body confirming the status of the victim in criminal proceedings.
3. **Most Important Provisions for Use:**
* The exemption from payment is valid during martial law and one month after its completion.
* To obtain the benefit, it is necessary to have a document confirming the status of the victim in criminal proceedings, issued by the pre-trial investigation body.
* The benefit applies to both cases of submitting documents in person and through the electronic driver’s cabinet.
* The costs of document forms are
