The Council of State: Adoption Rights for Same-Sex Couples, the Rationale, and the Minority Opinion
The Greek Council of State has recognized the right of same-sex couples to adopt children, deeming it constitutional and compliant with existing marriage laws for same-sex partners.
The National Council of the Slovak Republic is in a Terminal State
A former chairman of the Constitutional Court warns that the Slovak National Council is nearing a critical failure and struggling to function effectively.
Indigenous People Deprived of Electoral Rights
The General Council of the INE in Mexico has decided to include indigenous membership data on voting IDs, but this does not equate to guaranteed electoral rights, raising constitutional concerns.
A constitutional amendment moves forward in the Seimas to allow 16-year-olds to vote for mayors and council members.
A proposed constitutional amendment in Lithuania would grant voting rights to 16-year-olds in local elections, receiving significant support in the Seimas.
Parliamentarians will discuss a Constitutional amendment to allow 16-year-olds to elect mayors and council members
A proposed amendment in Lithuania aims to lower the voting age for municipal elections to 16, fostering youth engagement in politics despite criticism regarding legal maturity and constitutional stability.
The Production of 'Legislative Corpses' by the National Council and the Blackmailing Practices of the European Commission
The Slovak government discusses the potential repeal of a law intended to protect whistleblowers, which has been suspended by the Constitutional Court.
The Constitutional Democratic Party, 'We managed to hold on' during the House of Representatives election; aiming to double local council members
The Constitutional Democratic Party reflected on its performance in the recent House of Representatives election, noting the need for improved grassroots campaigning and aiming to double its number of local council members by the next election.
President vs. Government on KRS, and Poles Want Consensus. Latest Survey
The Polish President has vetoed a proposed amendment to the law on the National Council of the Judiciary (KRS), as the Sejm has voted to restore constitutional standards for the election of KRS members.
The Justice Council is considering appealing to the Constitutional Court regarding judges' pension calculation
The Justice Council in Latvia plans to appeal to the Constitutional Court if the Saeima adopts the special pension law for judges and prosecutors again without significant changes.
The KRS sues the Tribunal over the provisions of the law on the KRS. It's about the election of a new Council
The KRS has filed a complaint to the Tribunal concerning provisions of the law that relate to the election process for its new members.
The Council of State endorses the constitutional reform on abortion requested by the Government but with changes
The Council of State has supported the proposed constitutional reform to protect the right to abortion in Spain, although it suggests a different legal wording than that proposed by the Government.
Pre-elections for the National Judiciary Council. The Coalition has prepared a resolution. PiS is going to the Constitutional Tribunal
The current Polish coalition government has introduced a resolution concerning pre-elections for members of the National Judiciary Council in response to a presidential veto on proposed changes to the judiciary election process.
Campo Grande City Council's Board Election Suspended by Court Decision
A court in Mato Grosso do Sul suspended the early election of the Board of the Campo Grande City Council for the 2027/2028 term due to constitutional concerns.
Veto of project that required drivers to assist injured animals is maintained by the Teresina City Council
The Teresina City Council upheld Mayor Silvio Mendes' veto of a law that would have mandated drivers to assist injured animals after an accident, citing constitutional concerns.
The Chairman of the Judicial Council warns that the new pension law may violate three points of the Constitution
The Chairman of the Judicial Council of Latvia has raised concerns that a proposed special pension law for judges and prosecutors may infringe on constitutional rights by affecting their financial security and independence.
NCCK: The Guilty Verdict for Yoon Seok-yeol is Justice Prevailing... No Power Above the Constitution
The Korea Christian Church Council supports the guilty verdict against former President Yoon Seok-yeol, emphasizing that no power stands above the Constitution.
The Constitutional Council validates the 2026 budget
The French Constitutional Council has validated the 2026 budget, confirming its compliance with constitutional norms despite some interpretative reservations.
Referendum, lawyers attack the ANM: 'It behaves like a party, stop committees in court'
The Italian National Bar Council criticizes the National Association of Magistrates for allegedly politicizing the judicial environment during the constitutional reform referendum campaign.
Kenya: Civil Society Alliance Protests Governors' Boycott of Senate Oversight
Civil society groups in Kenya protest against the Council of Governors' decision to boycott Senate oversight committees, citing threats to constitutional accountability.
This will be the political trial against Mario Godoy in the plenary of the National Assembly on February 18
The National Assembly of Ecuador will hold its first political trial against Mario Godoy, president of the Judiciary Council, on February 18, with accusations of constitutional violations.
Tajani: Our absence from the Peace Council for Gaza would mean canceling the work we did from the very beginning
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasizes the importance of Italy's participation as an observer in the upcoming Peace Council for Gaza, highlighting its constitutional commitment to peace.
‘Not anyone other than Allah…’, while Tariq Rahman took the oath, the Jamaat gave a threat
In Bangladesh, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party has taken power while Jamaat-e-Islami has threatened to boycott the cabinet oath ceremony due to its coalition partner's refusal to take an oath for a constitutional reform council.
Why the Constitutional Council might ultimately censor the holding tax
The French Prime Minister has approached the Constitutional Council regarding the legality of measures taxing the wealthy included in the 2026 budget.
Dissolving the Council or resorting to the judiciary.. How will the constitutional vacancy crisis in Iraq be resolved?
Iraq is facing a constitutional crisis as the election for a new president stalls due to a deadlock between the main parties in the Kurdistan region, prompting parliamentary leaders to seek clarification from the Federal Supreme Court regarding the legitimacy of the current president's ongoing role.
Judicial and Prosecutorial Power Defend Constitutionality and Legality Against the National Council and Government
The article discusses recent actions by the judicial and prosecutorial authorities in Slovakia, highlighting their increasing scrutiny and independence in response to political pressures.
Constitutional Court admits proceeding against the appointment of prosecutor Alarcón by the Judiciary of Mario Godoy
Ecuador's Constitutional Court has accepted a constitutional complaint regarding the appointment of Chief Prosecutor Carlos Leonardo Alarcón by the Council of the Judiciary.
He leaves the Swedish Migration Agency's Ethical Council in protest – calls the policy inhumane
Ludvig Beckman resigns from the Swedish Migration Agency's Ethical Council in protest against the agency's treatment of deportations, which he believes are inhumane and against constitutional principles.
The Constitutional Court initiates a case regarding the suspension of the Ropaži municipality's binding regulations
The Ropaži municipality council has challenged the legality of a minister's order that suspended changes to the local territory planning in a suburban area.
Italy's ‘No’ to Trump’s Peace Council due to ‘insurmountable’ constitutional issues
Italy has announced it will not participate in President Trump's Peace Council due to constitutional constraints, as stated by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
Italy's Foreign Minister Rejects Possibility of Joining Donald Trump's Peace Council
Italy's Foreign Minister has ruled out the country's participation in Donald Trump's newly proposed Peace Council due to constitutional restrictions.
The National Council should 'throw out' the government for unexcused absence at the no-confidence meeting
This article discusses an unprecedented situation in the Slovak National Council regarding a no-confidence vote against seven ministers and the government due to constitutional violations and absurd practices.
Gwangju and Jeonnam Administrative Merger: When Was the Public Opinion Hearing Held? Citizens' Groups File Constitutional Complaint
Citizen groups have decided to file a constitutional complaint against the Gwangju City Council's decision to process the administrative merger with Jeollanam-do without public input.
Impeachment trial of Mario Godoy overshadows announcement of competitions to fill vacancies for constitutional judges and National Court
The impeachment trial of Mario Godoy, President of the Judiciary Council, coincides with the announcement of upcoming competitions to select constitutional judges and fill vacancies in the National Court of Justice.
Constitutional Amendments in Guinea-Bissau Enhance Presidential Powers
The Transitional National Council of Guinea-Bissau has approved a constitutional revision that enhances presidential powers, following a military council's takeover after the ousting of President Umaro Sissoco Embaló.
Benidorm Faces Bankruptcy: Constitutional Court Rejects Its Appeal to Avoid Paying 350 Million Euros for Urban Conflict
The town council of Benidorm is on the brink of bankruptcy after the Constitutional Court denied its appeal to avert a payment of 350 million euros for a long-standing urban conflict.
The Constitutional Court forces Benidorm to pay 333 million in urban compensation, bringing it closer to bankruptcy
The Constitutional Court has definitively ended the legal journey for the Benidorm City Council regarding the compensation for Serra Gelada, leaving the municipality facing a payment that threatens its financial stability.
Referendum on Justice, the Date is Set: Voting on March 22 and 23
The Italian Council of Ministers has scheduled the referendum on constitutional justice reform for March 22 and 23, coinciding with supplementary elections.
The new Aden governor takes the constitutional oath
The new Aden governor, Abdul Rahman Sheikh Al-Yafie, took the constitutional oath before the President of the Presidential Leadership Council, Rashad Al-Alimi, in Riyadh.
The Yemeni Presidency Calls on the Transitional Council to End Restrictions on Citizens' Movement to Aden
The Yemeni presidency has urged the Southern Transitional Council to immediately lift all restrictions on citizens' movement to Aden, describing the measures as a serious violation of the constitution and contrary to the Riyadh Agreement.
Social Security Budget: Constitutional Council validates most of the text seized by LFI
The Constitutional Council has approved most measures of the 2026 Social Security budget but has censored a provision redefining work incapacity.
Dissolve the Office for Public Procurement? Let's not be petty, let's dissolve the whole state!
Former Constitutional Court and Judicial Council head, Robert Fico, suggested dissolving the Office for Public Procurement, claiming it hinders transportation infrastructure projects, after the office canceled a public tender for a highway segment due to legal violations.