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Fifty judges from various roles across Italy openly support the separation of careers and challenge the narrative of misinformation surrounding the constitutional reform.

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.

Labor judges in Brazil received over R$ 1 billion above the constitutional salary ceiling in 2025, with individual salaries sometimes exceeding R$ 1 million monthly.

The STF is set to review the legality of additional payments made to civil servants, amid discussions of a constitutional amendment allowing payments beyond salary caps.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding judge Anna Dalkowska's career, highlighting her connections to government positions and the concerns over her impartiality assessed by the Supreme Administrative Court in Poland.

A large group of Polish lawyers and beneficiaries of the PiS power in Poland is reportedly collaborating with a network of Hungarian law professors closely aligned with Viktor Orban's Fidesz party.

The article discusses the constitutional implications of appointing judges to national courts based in Buenos Aires, highlighting the city's struggle for judicial autonomy.

Judges in the Rio Grande do Norte state of Brazil reported gross earnings exceeding R$100,000, surpassing the constitutional salary ceiling.

A coalition of 31 social organizations in Poland is urging for greater transparency in the selection process for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal, beyond just filling six vacancies.

The article discusses the debate surrounding judgments from judges appointed under the controversial neo-KRS recommendations in Poland, focusing on legal and constitutional implications.

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.

The Latvian President urges the Saeima to reassess proposed legislative changes to judges' pensions, emphasizing the need for compliance with constitutional guarantees of judicial independence.

The article discusses the upcoming process of appointing judges to Poland's Constitutional Tribunal, highlighting the political nature of the selection process and its recent failures.

A European Parliamentary delegation has arrived in Spain to evaluate the state's adherence to the rule of law amidst political controversies surrounding judicial independence.

The German Federal Constitutional Court upheld Berlin's rent cap, causing confusion among economists who argue that such measures may reduce housing availability.

The Speaker of the Seimas, J.Olekas, has nominated Artūras Drigotas for a judgeship in the Constitutional Court, following the annulment of the previous nomination of Julių Sabatauską due to constitutional non-compliance.

Parliament Speaker J. Olekas has proposed A. Drigotas as a new candidate for the Constitutional Court judge after canceling the previous appointment of J. Sabatauskas due to constitutional concerns.

Former heads of the Polish Constitutional Tribunal warn that the ruling party, PiS, is attempting to block the appointment of new judges to the tribunal.

Former presidents of Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal express concern over a motion by the ruling PiS party regarding the selection of judges, which they characterize as a potential constitutional shift.

Justice Minister Carlo Nordio expresses concern over comments made by Prosecutor Nicola Gratteri regarding constitutional referendum campaigning, suggesting psychological evaluations for judges should be considered at all career stages.

The ruling coalition in Poland plans to appoint judges to the Constitutional Tribunal but may circumvent the president's approval by changing procedural rules in the Sejm.

The Law and Justice party in Poland challenges the constitutionality of the rules governing the selection of judges to the Constitutional Tribunal, advocating for a legislative framework instead of parliamentary regulations.

Polish lawmakers from the ruling party PiS have filed a complaint with the Constitutional Tribunal challenging the legal provisions related to the election of new judges.

The ruling coalition in Poland plans to select judges for six vacancies in the Constitutional Tribunal, a move disputed by PiS as unconstitutional.

Italy's upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22-23 is causing significant political debate, with proponents planning a vigorous campaign amid criticisms.

A group of judges openly opposing constitutional reform has contributed to a controversial decision that threatens an upcoming referendum in Italy.

The Polish Constitutional Tribunal is facing a crisis as it currently has six vacancies out of fifteen statutory positions, with no judges selected since the change of government in 2023.

Former politicians Marcello Pera and Cesare Salvi discuss the need for constitutional reform to separate the roles of judges and public prosecutors, criticizing the historical consolidation of their positions since Fascism.

The ruling coalition is planning to select judges for six vacancies in the Constitutional Tribunal in early March, with discussions surrounding the possibility of filling additional gaps.

After SDP and Možemo! halted negotiations with the ruling party regarding the selection of Constitutional Court judges, HDZ commented that they are waiting for SDP leader Siniša Hajdaš Dončić to 'cool down' before discussions can continue.

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.

The President of the SDP, Siniša Hajdaš Dončić, confirmed the suspension of negotiations with the HDZ regarding the appointment of three judges to the Constitutional Court amidst a conflict over an event organization involving handball players.

The Judges and Prosecutors Union expresses its willingness to actively participate in the dialogue for the constitutional revision regarding the method of selecting judicial leadership in response to the Prime Minister's announcement to initiate the revision process.

The debate over whether the AfD should be eligible to appoint constitutional judges has sparked significant dissent during a discussion organized by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation in Karlsruhe.

A discussion at the Konrad Adenauer Foundation revealed a significant divide regarding the eligibility of AfD judges, questioning the effectiveness of the political firewall separating science and politics.

The debate at the Konrad Adenauer Foundation revealed significant dissent regarding the eligibility of AfD judges, questioning the effectiveness of the political firewall against the far-right party in Karlsruhe.

The German Federal Constitutional Court calls for a significant salary increase for public servants, raising questions about current compensation for teachers, judges, and police officers, as well as their retirement benefits.

Ann-Katrin Kaufhold discusses her new role as Vice President of the Federal Constitutional Court and reflects on her busy summer and the process of appointing judges.

HDZ MP Nikola Mažar sharply criticized the left on Facebook, urging the opposition to stop obstructing the selection of the Supreme Court president and constitutional judges.

Arsen Bauk from the SDP commented on the appointment of constitutional judges, stating that they would prefer the Constitutional Court to operate with 10 judges rather than allowing the HDZ to secure a majority.

Judges from the Constitutional Court express concern that endorsing 'finger-pointing' in the Prosecutor's Office marks a serious regression in the battle against political power immunity.

Prime Minister Plenković faces criticism for linking the election of the Supreme Court chief judge to the appointment of three constitutional judges, a move labeled as unconstitutional by political leaders.

Representatives from the SDP and MOŽEMO parties reiterated their stance against Prime Minister Plenković's proposal to elect Constitutional Court judges and Supreme Court leaders 'in a package,' emphasizing that these are two separate processes dictated by the HDZ.

The SDP leader criticized Prime Minister Plenković for rejecting a proposal regarding constitutional judges, emphasizing the need for consensus over political trade-offs during a heated parliamentary debate.

During the first day of the new session of the Croatian Parliament, discussions began, including questions directed towards Prime Minister Andrej Plenković regarding the appointment of constitutional judges.

A recent ruling by the Constitutional Court, which sent a sexual abuse case involving the church back to the police for further investigation, faced sharp criticism from five out of fifteen judges who labeled it as arbitrary and questioned the court's impartiality.

Justice Minister Damir Habijan dismissed allegations of political trading regarding the HDZ's plans to select the President of the Supreme Court and three judges of the Constitutional Court, which were criticized by President Zoran Milanović and the opposition as undermining the Constitution.

Stipo Mlinarić, vice president of the DP, stated that his party has a limited role in the selection of the Supreme Court president and constitutional judges, emphasizing the importance of functioning institutions and avoiding system paralysis.

Ivana Kekin from the Možemo club claims Premier Andrej Plenković is pushing for a quick selection of constitutional judges to secure control over the Constitutional Court ahead of decisions on urban planning laws proposed by Minister Branko Bačić.

SDP member Mišel Jakšić commented that Prime Minister Andrej Plenković increasingly resembles Tomislav Karamarko amidst discussions on the selection of Constitutional Court judges.