Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
NBU on Accounting Prices for Bank Metals (October 2, 2025)
The National Bank of Ukraine has published accounting prices for bank metals: gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are indicative and used for accounting and reporting by financial institutions. The NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
NBU on the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia (October 2, 2025)
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs. These rates are used for accounting and NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU does not undertake any obligation to buy or sell these currencies at these rates.
Decree of the President of Ukraine on присвоєння the присвоєння honorary title “Hero City of Ukraine”
The President of Ukraine has присвоєння honorary title “Hero City of Ukraine” to sixteen cities, recognizing their heroism and resilience in defending against Russian aggression. This decision may be used to honor residents, draw attention to the needs of cities, and for use in educational materials.
Resolution of the CMU No. 1216 on Quarantine Veterinary Posts and Disinfection Units
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has regulated the procedure for establishing and operating quarantine veterinary posts to combat infectious animal diseases, as well as the use of disinfection units at the border. Decisions on the establishment of posts are made by local commissions, and the National Police and the StateConsumer Protection Service ensure their operation.
### Resolution of the CMU on Amendments to the Procedure for Using Subvention for Housing for Temporary Residence
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for using the state subvention for the construction or reconstruction of housing for temporary residence. Now, communities can purchase housing in other regions, and a higher coefficient is provided for regions with active hostilities when distributing the subvention. For some regions, funding for works can be carried out 100% at the expense of the subvention.
### Resolution of the CMU on an Experimental Project in the Field of Environmental Protection
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has introduced an experimental project to improve state control in the field of environmental protection. The project envisages the use of patrolling, raids and the “EcoThreat” service, and inspectors are given the right to use technical means to record violations.
### Resolution of the CMU on Amendments to the Procedure for Using Funds from the Decarbonization and Energy Efficient Transformation Fund
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for using funds from the state decarbonization and energy efficient transformation fund, expanding the possibilities of financing projects in the field of energy efficiency. It is now possible to finance factoring financing of measures in the field of energy efficiency and to ensure intelligent gas metering. Additional requirements are imposed on local self-government bodies regarding the availability of an energy management system.
### Order of the CMU on Ukraine’s Intention to Join
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the Accounting Price of Bank Metals**
This document is an official notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the accounting prices for bank metals as of October 2, 2025.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The notification contains a table with information on the accounting prices for gold (XAU), silver (XAG), platinum (XPT), and palladium (XPD). For each metal, a numerical and alphabetic code, the number of troy ounces (1), and the direct accounting price in hryvnias are indicated. Importantly, the NBU notes that it has no obligation to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
**Key Provisions for Use:**
The accounting prices indicated in the notification may be used for accounting and reporting by financial institutions, as well as for other purposes defined by the legislation of Ukraine. It is important to note that these prices are indicative and are not binding for transactions involving the purchase and sale of bank metals.
### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**
This notification from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) contains the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – October 2, 2025. The document provides a list of currencies, their numerical and alphabetic codes, the number of units of currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to each of them. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided by law.
The structure of the notification is simple: a table listing currencies and their exchange rates. It is important to note that the NBU does not undertake any obligation to buy or sell the specified currencies at these rates.
The most important thing to use is that these rates are official for the specified date and are used for certain operations defined by law, including accounting and operations with the DKSU.
### **On присвоєння почесної відзнаки “Місто-герой України”**
Good day! Here is an analysis of the Decree of the President of Ukraine on awarding the honorary distinction “Hero City of Ukraine”:
1. **Essence of the Decree:** This Decree celebrates the heroism and resilience of the residents of cities who demonstrated them during the defense against the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. It awards the honorary distinction “Hero City of Ukraine” to sixteen cities of Ukraine, located in various regions.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** The Decree consists of two articles. The first article contains a list of cities that have been awarded the honorary distinction “Hero City of Ukraine”. The second article defines the date of entry into force of the Decree – from the date of its publication.
i. The decree does not amend previous acts, as it is a primary document establishing honorary titles for the mentioned cities.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:** The most important is the very fact of awarding the honorary distinction, which can be used for:
* Boosting patriotic spirit and honoring the heroism of the residents of these cities.
* Attracting additional attention to the needs of these cities in reconstruction and development.
* Using this fact in historical and educational materials for future generations.
On Approving the Procedure for Establishing and Operating Quarantine Veterinary Posts and Disinfection Facilities at Border Crossing Points of Ukraine
Certainly, here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1216 of September 25, 2025, which regulates the establishment and operation of quarantine veterinary posts and disinfection facilities at the border.
1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution defines the procedure for establishing and operating quarantine veterinary posts to combat infectious animal diseases, and also regulates the use of disinfection facilities at border crossing points of Ukraine. The purpose is to prevent the spread of animal diseases across the border.
2. **Structure and Key Provisions:**
* The procedure determines who makes decisions on the establishment and removal of quarantine posts (local emergency antiepizootic commissions).
* It describes the tasks of quarantine posts, including restricting the movement of animals, goods, and people, as well as controlling the movement of transport.
* Responsibilities are distributed among various bodies (National Police, State Service for Food Safety and Consumer Protection, local administrations) regarding the operation of the posts.
* Requirements for the technical equipment of quarantine posts are established (equipment, disinfectants, etc.).
* The procedure for the use of disinfection facilities at border crossing points, requirements for their placement and operation are defined.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* Decisions on the establishment of quarantine posts are made by local commissions, but in emergencies, temporary establishment is possible by order of the chief veterinary inspector.
* The National Police ensures order and security, and the State Service for Food Safety and Consumer Protection is responsible for veterinary control, disinfection, and document verification.
* For effective operation, quarantine posts must be provided with the necessary equipment and resources, including disinfection facilities, autonomous premises, and communication equipment.
I hope this helps you better understand this regulation!
On Amending the Procedure and Conditions for Granting
and use in 2025 of subvention from the state budget to local budgets for the construction of new housing, reconstruction of existing residential buildings and dormitories, as well as conversion of non-residential premises into residential premises for the formation of temporary housing funds
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1. **Essence of the Law:**
This resolution amends the procedure for using the state subvention provided to local budgets for the construction or reconstruction of housing for temporary residence. The changes are aimed at clarifying the terms of financing and expanding the possibilities of using the subvention, especially in the context of hostilities.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution amends the Procedure and Conditions for granting subventions, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1160 of September 17, 2025. The main changes concern:
* Permission to purchase housing for temporary residence outside the territory of the community receiving the subvention, including in another region.
* Taking into account a coefficient of 1.5 when distributing the subvention among regions where active hostilities are taking place.
* Clarification of the requirements for the placement of housing funds, taking into account the territories where hostilities are taking place or which are temporarily occupied.
* Changes in the percentage ratio of financing of works at the expense of the subvention and local budgets for different regions, depending on their status regarding hostilities.
* Clarification that district state administrations (military administrations) monitor the use of the subvention at the location of the funds.
3. **Main Provisions for Use:**
* **Expanding the geography of housing acquisition:** Now communities can purchase or rent housing for temporary residence not only in their territory, but also in other regions.
* **Priority for regions with active hostilities:** The distribution of the subvention for these regions is carried out with an increased coefficient.
* **Financing conditions:** For Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson, and Chernihiv regions (with the exception of territories of hostilities and occupation), the financing of works is carried out at 100% at the expense of the subvention. For other regions – no more than 60% at the expense of the subvention, the rest – from local budgets.
These changes are aimed at more efficient use of state funds to provide housing for temporary migrants and other categories of the population who need temporary housing, especially in the context of hostilities.
**On the implementation of an experimental project on the introduction of state control measures in the field of environmental protection, aimed at preventing violations of environmental legislation**
environmental protection, rational use, reproduction and protection of natural resources**
Certainly, here is an analysis of the provided legislative act:
1. **Essence of the Law:** This Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine introduces an experimental project aimed at improving state control in the field of environmental protection. The project envisages the use of new forms of control, such as patrols, raids, and rapid response to reports of violations. The goal is to prevent violations of environmental legislation, ensure the rational use of natural resources, and bring perpetrators to justice.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The resolution consists of a general part and the Procedure for Implementing the Experimental Project.
* The project coordinator (Ministry of Economy), participant (State Environmental Inspectorate), and sources of funding are defined.
* The Procedure defines the mechanism for implementing the experimental project, including timelines, forms of control (patrols, raids, response to calls), the rights and obligations of inspectors, as well as the procedure for recording violations using technical means.
* New approaches to recording violations are being introduced, including the use of technical means (video recorders, drones) and the “EcoThreat” service.
* Requirements for the execution of documents and reporting on the results of control measures are established.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* The experimental project introduces new forms of state control in the field of environmental protection, namely: patrols, raids, and rapid response to calls.
* State inspectors are entitled to use technical means to record violations, which may be important evidence in cases of administrative offenses.
* The procedure defines clear requirements for the actions of inspectors during the implementation of control measures, which is important to ensure the legality and validity of their decisions.
* A procedure is established for actions in case of detection of damage caused to the environment, including the organization of an inspection of the scene.
* The procedure for the use and storage of materials obtained by technical means is regulated, which ensures their reliability and protection against unauthorized access.
**On Amendments to the Procedure for Using Funds from the State Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency Transformation Fund**
Good day! Of course, I will help you understand this resolution.
1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution amends the Procedure for Using Funds from the State Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency Transformation Fund. The changes are aimed at expanding
expansion of opportunities for financing projects in the field of energy efficiency, in particular, through factoring financing and ensuring intelligent metering of gas consumption. Also, the resolution clarifies the criteria and procedures for obtaining state support for various measures, such as the installation of hybrid power supply systems and the conduct of energy audits.
2. **Structure and main provisions:**
* The resolution amends the Procedure for using funds from the state decarbonization and energy efficiency transformation fund, approved by CMU Resolution No. 761 of June 21, 2024.
* The main changes concern:
* Expansion of the list of measures in the field of energy efficiency that can be financed from the fund.
* Clarification of the conditions for providing state support, in particular, for local self-government bodies and budgetary institutions.
* Implementation of a mechanism for financing the provision of intelligent metering of natural gas consumption.
* Adjustment of procedures for submitting applications and receiving state support.
* Amendments are made to the annexes to the Procedure, in particular, to the Conditions for providing financial support and the Procedure for reducing the cost of loans.
3. **Main provisions for use:**
* **Expansion of financing opportunities:** It becomes possible to obtain financing for factoring financing of energy efficiency measures and ensuring intelligent gas metering.
* **Intelligent gas metering:** Implementation of financing for the installation of gas consumption data transmission devices for the population and budgetary institutions.
* **Conditions for local self-government bodies:** Additional requirements regarding the availability of an energy management system and a local energy plan to receive support.
* **Procedure for obtaining support:** Clarification of the stages of submitting applications, reviewing projects and concluding voluntary energy efficiency (decarbonization) agreements.
* **Reporting:** Establishment of obligations for institutions that have received state support to provide access to facilities, implement an energy management system, and submit reports on the operation of hybrid power supply systems.
I hope this helps you better understand the essence of this resolution!
On signing a letter from the Government of Ukraine to the Directorate-General of the European Commission for the Environment and the European Environment Agency regarding joining the European Environment Agency as a partner country
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the expression of Ukraine’s intention to join the European Environment Agency (EEA) as a partner country.
The structure of the order is simple: it consists of
