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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

New firearms law would allow gun owners to store more ammunition

The Estonian government has initiated a draft law to amend the firearms regulations, which would allow private individuals to possess larger amounts of ammunition.

Mar 23 • 08:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kosiniak-Kamysz announces: PSL presents a draft law on SAFE. "I will not give up"

Poland's Minister Kosiniak-Kamysz insists on moving forward with military modernization and the SAFE program amidst ongoing global conflicts.

Mar 20 • 18:10 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sutt: the construction of a nuclear power plant is a profit, not a cost project for Estonia

Estonia's government has approved a draft law to establish a framework for nuclear energy use and the construction of a nuclear power plant, which could be completed by the middle of the next decade.

Mar 20 • 16:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Nuclear Energy and Safety Act Draft Moves Forward to the Riigikogu

The Estonian government has approved a draft law for a comprehensive legal framework for nuclear energy and safety, which is now moving to the Riigikogu for discussion.

Mar 19 • 13:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

R. Kaunas: I very much hope that we will present the draft law for the Kapčiamiestis training ground to the Seimas on Tuesday

Lithuanian Defense Minister R. Kaunas expresses hope that the draft law for the Kapčiamiestis training ground will be presented to the Seimas without delays, with expectations for urgent discussion and support from the parliament.

Mar 19 • 10:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Gérald Darmanin presents his draft law on criminal justice to the Council of Ministers

Gérald Darmanin introduces a draft law aimed at reforming the criminal justice system, including a new guilty plea procedure, to be reviewed by the Senate and the National Assembly.

Mar 18 • 07:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Minister of Labor Marttinen at A-Studio: I am ready to change the draft law that facilitates fixed-term employment contracts

Finnish Labor Minister Matias Marttinen is open to making changes to legislation aimed at easing the establishment of fixed-term employment contracts following growing political pressure.

Mar 17 • 20:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

New Corporate Law: Where the EU Inc. Draft Falls Short of Expectations

The EU's new corporate law draft aims to simplify startup scaling across Europe, but economists believe it does not meet expectations.

Mar 15 • 15:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How strict will the law against forced religious conversion be in Chhattisgarh? New bill approved by the Cabinet

The Chhattisgarh government has moved to strengthen its laws against forced religious conversion by approving a draft bill aimed at curbing such practices.

Mar 10 • 23:48 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu and Smotrich: We are putting the draft exemption law aside, it will not be advanced now

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have announced that the draft exemption law will not be advanced at this time.

Mar 10 • 18:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Draft Law on Easing Fixed-term Employment Contracts to be Sent for Constitutional Review

Finland's parliamentary committee has decided to send a bill aimed at easing restrictions on fixed-term employment contracts for constitutional review, delaying its potential implementation.

Mar 10 • 11:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Following the example of Russia: Babiš's advisor drafted a law against NGOs

An advisor to former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has collaborated with Rajchl to draft a law targeting non-governmental organizations, mirroring Russian policies.

Mar 10 • 09:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The government proposes to improve the draft law on labeling electronic cigarette liquid with banderoles

The Lithuanian government aims to enhance a law concerning the labeling of electronic cigarette liquids with tax banderoles, proposing the State Tax Inspectorate to oversee the labeling process.

Mar 8 • 13:25 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Thousands of students protest against draft in Berlin (VIDEOS)

Thousands of high school students have protested in Berlin against a new law that reinstates compulsory military service for 18-year-old German men.

Mar 6 • 13:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Arkadiusz Sobczyk: Mobbing and Unequal Treatment. Employers, It’s Time to Wake Up!

This article critiques a new draft of labor code changes in Poland addressing employee protection and highlights ideological concerns regarding stereotypes of employers.

Mar 6 • 06:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Information must be given 60 days before changing religion, Cabinet approves draft bill

The Maharashtra government has taken a significant step by approving a draft bill that mandates individuals to inform authorities at least 60 days before changing their religion.

Mar 5 • 16:23 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nationwide School Strike: Hundreds Demonstrate in Munich Against Possible Military Draft

Hundreds of students gathered in Munich to protest a potential conscription law in Germany, highlighting their opposition through placards and by participating in a nationwide school strike.

Mar 5 • 15:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Industry: The EU Dares Light Protectionism

The EU has proposed a new draft law aimed at protecting domestic industries against competition through a form of light protectionism.

Mar 4 • 14:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Draft law on rapes, Bongiorno stands firm on consent: “Feminists criticize me without having read the text”

Senator Giulia Bongiorno defends her controversial proposal on sexual violence legislation amidst criticism from feminists.

Mar 4 • 10:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Draft Law for Cyber Protection: Government Wants to Allow BKA Access to Servers Abroad

The German government is proposing a reform that would grant the Federal Criminal Police (BKA) greater powers to combat cyber threats, including the ability to intervene in foreign networks.

Mar 3 • 16:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Less formalities in offices. Silent consents will replace some decisions

Poland's government has approved a draft law that will allow silent agreements in certain administrative procedures, simplifying processes such as tax waivers and environmental registrations.

Mar 3 • 14:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Draft law aims to speed up protracted court proceedings

A new draft law in Estonia seeks to expedite court proceedings, addressing significant delays over the past decade.

Mar 3 • 09:51 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

National Theater: Requests Re-examination of the Draft Law for the Higher School of Performing Arts

The National Theater of Greece is calling for a re-evaluation of a draft law that plans to establish a Higher School of Performing Arts, voicing concerns over its impact on existing institutions.

Mar 2 • 16:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The ministry wants to bring private money into higher education with paid master's programs

Estonia's ministry is proposing a draft law to enable universities to create one-year paid master's programs funded by private investment.

Mar 2 • 08:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Venice Commission on the neo-judge law: the direction of changes is good, but the project requires corrections

The Venice Commission generally supports the draft law concerning neo-judges but suggests significant amendments.

Mar 2 • 06:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Are we all tax evaders if we order food via delivery?

A new draft law in Estonia aims to clarify social tax accounting for services between individuals but raises questions about service users potentially becoming employers.

Feb 28 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VARAM does not approve the draft law on 'Gors'

Latvia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development has not approved the draft law governing the management of the Latgale Embassy 'Gors', suggesting amendments for flexibility in founding additional members.

Feb 27 • 10:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

VARAM and the Rēzekne Municipality do not agree on the draft law regarding 'Goru'

VARAM and the Rēzekne Municipality are in disagreement over a draft law concerning the establishment of an institution called 'Goru', highlighting issues with vague definitions and property transfer models.

Feb 27 • 09:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

VARAM does not agree with the draft law on 'Gora'

The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development of Latvia raises concerns about ambiguous wording in a draft law regarding the 'Gors' foundation.

Feb 27 • 09:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

HIDDEN SPEED MEASUREMENT ⟩ The draft prohibits fines from mobile speed cameras without warning signs

Estonian lawmakers have proposed an amendment to traffic laws requiring drivers to be notified of mobile speed cameras via traffic signs.

Feb 26 • 10:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Last-minute demand from the trade union movement to the government – The draft law must be withdrawn

Trade union confederations in Finland demand the withdrawal of a government proposal regarding the conditions of fixed-term employment contracts, citing inadequate preparation and problematic interpretations.

Feb 25 • 17:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bundestag: Committee Approves German Rules for EU Asylum Reform

The German Bundestag's Interior Committee has passed two draft laws for the implementation of the EU asylum law reform, allowing asylum seekers in initial reception facilities to work more quickly and ensuring that children can attend school within two months of applying for asylum.

Feb 25 • 14:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Faster Path to the Profession of Court Guardian

The Polish government has approved a draft law aimed at streamlining the recruitment process for court guardians and clarifying regulations within the judicial guardian service.

Feb 25 • 09:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The government's draft law receives severe criticism - "It should be withdrawn"

The Finnish government's draft law aimed at easing temporary employment contracts faces significant backlash from legal scholars who argue it should be reconsidered.

Feb 24 • 19:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Microchipping of dogs to be mandatory. The government has adopted a draft law

A new Polish law mandates the microchipping and registration of all dogs to tackle pet homelessness and streamline owner identification.

Feb 24 • 15:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The law proposed by opponents of the Istanbul Convention will not be developed until March

The Latvian parliament's decision to draft a new anti-violence law as an alternative to the Istanbul Convention will delay its development until March.

Feb 24 • 09:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Draft of Amendments to the Assisted Reproductive Technology Law Registered in the Seimas

A legislative proposal has been introduced in Lithuania's parliament to regulate assisted reproductive technologies under specific medical conditions.

Feb 24 • 07:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Banks will gain clear rights to stop suspicious transactions

Estonia's Ministry of Finance has proposed a draft law to clarify and expand banks' authority to prevent payment fraud, aiming to reduce financial losses and bolster the security of the financial system.

Feb 23 • 11:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Attorney Lewandowski, Ziobro's lawyer, helped write the gag law 2.0 against judges

Attorney Bartosz Lewandowski is identified as a co-author of a controversial draft law that imposes severe penalties on judges in Poland.

Feb 22 • 14:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Senegal: Senegal Approves Draft Law to Double Prison Terms for Homosexual Acts

Senegal's government has approved a draft law that establishes harsher penalties for homosexual acts, proposing to double prison terms and increase fines significantly.

Feb 20 • 23:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Family Policy: Child Benefits Will Soon be Automatic

Parents will soon receive child benefits automatically after the birth of a child without having to submit an application in most cases, according to a draft law from the Federal Ministry of Finance in Germany.

Feb 19 • 14:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Horse Meat Set to Be Banned in Italy Amid Draft Equine Bill

Italy is considering a law that would classify horses, donkeys, and mules as pets, potentially banning horse meat consumption and imposing heavy penalties for slaughter.

Feb 19 • 14:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

B. Davidonytė: The draft law on LRT prepared by the Seimas working group is even worse than the previous one

B. Davidonytė criticizes the Seimas working group's draft law regarding LRT, stating it retains problematic provisions for director dismissal.

Feb 18 • 19:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The draft law mentions Rovaniemi 13 times, yet does not solve problems – government legalizes short-term rental business

A new construction law draft fails to address the short-term rental issues in Rovaniemi, allowing current short-term rental practices to continue.

Feb 18 • 09:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Full responsibility for mobbing. The government has adopted a draft law

The Polish government has approved a draft law imposing full responsibility for workplace mobbing.

Feb 17 • 16:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The proposal to limit home care support for immigrants contained completely incorrect figures – According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, the reason was haste

A draft law to limit home care support for immigrants released today included erroneous figures, prompting corrections from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.

Feb 17 • 14:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"This aid to die will be a law by default of care": Jean Leonetti's warning regarding the return of the end-of-life text to the Assembly

Jean Leonetti warns that the current draft legislation on end-of-life care in France lacks sufficient safeguards and diverts focus from the urgency of palliative care.

Feb 17 • 13:08 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvian citizens can be extradited to the UK for criminal prosecution

The Latvian Cabinet has approved a draft law allowing for the extradition of Latvian citizens to the UK for criminal prosecution.

Feb 17 • 11:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The proposal regarding short-term rentals needs better preparation, says the evaluation council

The Finnish government faces criticism from the legislative evaluation council regarding a draft law that aims to regulate short-term rentals more strictly.

Feb 16 • 14:11 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Ukraine to ban Russian literature – culture minister

Ukraine’s Culture Minister announced plans to draft a law that would ban Russian literature from circulation in the country.

Feb 12 • 20:20 UTC

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