Digest of Legislative Changes
Decision of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine Regarding the Time Limits for Appealing to the Court for the Recovery of Wages
The Constitutional Court declared unconstitutional the three-month limitation for appealing to the court with a claim for the recovery of wages. The Court decided that such a restriction violates the right to timely payment of wages, guaranteed by the Constitution. Employees now have more time to appeal to the court regarding the recovery of wages. Courts cannot refuse to consider claims solely on the basis of the expiration of the three-month period.
Resolution of the National Bank of Ukraine on Foreign Exchange Transactions of the Ministry of Defense
The National Bank of Ukraine has allowed the Ministry of Defense to carry out foreign exchange transactions to support foreign business trips of delegations headed by the Minister of Defense or his deputies. This will simplify and speed up the provision of necessary resources to representatives of the Ministry of Defense abroad. The changes apply only to delegations headed by the Minister of Defense or his deputies.
Decision of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine on Refusal to Open Proceedings on Complaint against the Criminal Procedure Code
The Constitutional Court of Ukraine refused to open constitutional proceedings on a complaint regarding certain provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code, recognizing it as inadmissible due to insufficient substantiation of the claims regarding the unconstitutionality of the norms. For a successful appeal of a law in the Constitutional Court, it is necessary to clearly show which constitutional right was violated and how the challenged norm led to this violation.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1629 on the Use of Funds for the Termination of State Unitary Enterprises
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has determined the procedure for using funds from the state budget allocated to the State Property Fund for the closure of state unitary enterprises. Funds can be used only in case of insufficient own funds of the enterprise being terminated. The State Property Fund of Ukraine is obliged to report monthly on the use of funds and to publish this information.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1626 on Changes in the Field of Prevention of Industrial Pollution
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has introduced changes to government decisions in the field of prevention of industrial pollution. The changes align the regulatory framework with the requirements of the Law of Ukraine “On Integrated Prevention and Control of Industrial Pollution” and introduce integrated environmental permits. Business entities needIt is important to consider changes when obtaining or reissuing permits and pay attention to the new requirements for monitoring emissions and discharges of pollutants.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the redistribution of expenditures of the Ministry of Social Policy
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has redistributed funds within the budget program related to subventions to local budgets for housing needs. Consumption expenditures were reduced and development expenditures were increased by UAH 170,900.62 thousand. This may affect the implementation of projects for the construction, reconstruction and conversion of housing for temporary residence funds.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the allocation of funds for the liquidation of the consequences of the emergency situation in the Ternopil region
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine allocated UAH 30.8 million for the liquidation of the consequences of the emergency situation of a military nature in the Ternopil region. The funds were allocated from the reserve fund of the state budget on a non-refundable basis. The regional administration is obliged to approve the list of expenses within a week and submit a report on the use of funds by the end of December 2025.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the approval of the action plan for preparation for associated participation in the “Erasmus+” program
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved an action plan aimed at preparing Ukraine for associated participation in the European Union’s “Erasmus+” program. Key areas include developing a mechanism for interagency cooperation, conducting consultations with the EU, raising awareness of Ukrainian participants, and analyzing readiness to participate in the program.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the transfer of real estate to the ownership of the Krasnopilska community
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine transferred buildings and structures, including a civil defense protective structure, to the ownership of the Krasnopilska community of the Sumy region. The community is now responsible for the maintenance and proper use of this structure.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on changes in the activities of the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity
The government has expanded the powers of the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity regarding internally displaced persons (IDPs). The Ministry will be responsible for the formation and implementation of state policy regarding the promotion of the realization of the rights and freedoms of IDPs, their support, adaptation and integration.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on changes to the procedure for determining companies for recovery and removal of po## Translation:
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on household waste
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for determining companies engaged in the recovery and disposal of household waste. The definitions of “joint household waste management system” and “localized territory of adjacent territorial communities” have been added. In the event that a waste recovery/disposal facility serves several communities, the authorized body in whose territory the facility is located determines the business entity.
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on information on network coverage via the “Diia” portal
The government has approved the procedure for submitting and displaying information on actual network coverage, including xPON, via the “Diia” portal. Service providers must register on the “Diia” portal and submit accurate information about service delivery points. Citizens can view network coverage information on an interactive map in the “Diia” mobile application.
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on amendments to the procedure for using budget funds to support farms
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for using budget funds to support farms and agricultural producers. To receive state support, information about the farm or agricultural producer must be entered into the State Agrarian Register. Control over the targeted and effective use of budget funds has been strengthened.
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on improving the monitoring of Ukraine’s European integration
The government has focused efforts on improving the monitoring of Ukraine’s fulfillment of obligations in the field of European integration. For this purpose, the information system “Accession Pulse” is being created and will function. Measures aimed at the procedure for entering information into the system and the responsibility of officials for updating data are important.
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on amendments to the experimental project “Sandbox”
The government is making changes to the experimental project on the study of high-tech tools using the “Sandbox” method. The circle of project participants is expanding to include individual entrepreneurs, and the requirements for them are being clarified.
##### Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on changes in the management of waste generated as a result of destruction
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is making changes to the procedure for managing waste generated as a result of the destruction of buildings and structures as a result of hostilities. The changes concern the territories,
