Mariusz Cholewa: In Finance, Transparency Matters
Mariusz Cholewa emphasizes the importance of having a comprehensive credit history database for financial security and market stability in Poland.
Law on Nonprofit Organizations: Justice is Coming, Says Macinka. Tejc Knows Nothing About It
The article discusses differing opinions on a new law concerning nonprofit organizations in Czechia, highlighting comments made by politicians on its implications.
Critics say Ford is ‘flooding the zone’ to distract from transparency controversy
Ontario critics claim that recent government announcements are a diversion from transparency law changes proposed by Premier Doug Ford's administration.
Liberia: House Passes Law to Ban Govt Officials From Serving On Boards, Management Roles
The Liberian House of Representatives has passed a law that prohibits active government officials from serving on the boards or management of public institutions to enhance governance and transparency.
The Slovak Parliament Abolished the Law on Dissolving the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers
The Slovak Parliament has passed a significant decision to abolish the law aimed at dissolving the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers.
SA banned donations to political parties. Now experts fear powerful lobby groups could pick up the tab and dominate the discourse
South Australia's new law banning donations to political parties may result in powerful lobby groups stepping in with financial support for candidates ahead of the upcoming election.
OVERVIEW: What does the upcoming law on non-profit organizations contain
The article discusses the upcoming legislation concerning non-profit organizations in Czechia, which aims to introduce new regulations and oversight.
United Nations calls on Venezuela for more transparency in the application of amnesty for political prisoners
The United Nations urges Venezuela to enhance transparency in the amnesty process for political prisoners, while the Venezuelan government rejects these claims and responds with accusations of bias against UN officials.
Ford accused of limiting transparency law because of cellphone defeat in court
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is accused of circumventing transparency laws by using his personal phone for official communications, as revealed by call log discrepancies and a ruling by the Information and Privacy Commission.
Letters from Readers: Outside the Law, Businessmen, Cell Phones in Prisons
A letter to the editor highlights ongoing investigations into irregularities in the AFA involving Pablo Toviggino and raises concerns about accountability for those operating outside the law.
Norwegian press likes to refer to itself as the safety valve of the rule of law. History shows otherwise.
The article critiques the Norwegian press's role in upholding judicial transparency, particularly highlighting past failures in covering significant legal scandals.
Ford government changing law to keep all premier, minister records secret
The Ford government in Ontario is proposing changes to transparency laws that would keep all records from ministers and staff secret.
‘The Kim Jin-tae Prevention Law vs. The Citizens’ Right to Information Prevention Law’… What do you think about the ‘Provincial Administration Report Meeting’ before the elections?
Ahead of the June local elections, controversy arises in Gangwon Province over a proposed law to ban ‘Provincial Administration Report Meetings’, with Governor Kim Jin-tae protesting it as a ‘Citizens' Right to Information Prevention Law’.
Video should show the arrest
A video is expected to provide evidence regarding a recent arrest in Norway.
The coalition wants a register of foreign influences, a similar law was struck down by a court in Slovakia
Czech coalition government plans to establish a register for foreign influences in response to the lack of a systematic legal framework, following a similar law's rejection in Slovakia.
Who is required to register with CRBR
The article outlines the purpose and scope of the Central Register of Beneficial Owners (CRBR) in Poland, detailing which entities are required to register and the implications of this transparency for identifying true beneficiaries behind various business entities.
Rwanda: Govt Moves to Curb Subsidy Misuse Under New Law
Rwanda has enacted a new law aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness in the allocation of public subsidies to avoid market distortion.
On March 8: Equal pay starts with data. Poland before the wage transparency test
Women in Poland earn on average 8.5% less per hour than men, and this gap widens to 15-18% when accounting for factors like education and experience, with hopes for change resting on upcoming EU pay transparency regulations.
‘A win for democracy’: Labor abandons freedom of information law changes that would have reduced transparency
The Australian Labor government has reversed its proposed changes to freedom of information laws, which would have implemented new fees and restricted access to government information.
MP investigates law that unifies city accounts and may affect health funding in Campo Grande
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul is investigating a law that consolidates municipal financial accounts, raising concerns over potential impacts on health funding in Campo Grande.
Pay Transparency is Becoming More Common
A recent amendment to the labor code in Poland mandates gender-neutral job listings and pay transparency, marking a significant shift in workplace equality.
The Francoist secrecy law will not be reformed due to the veto from PP and Junts to the projects of PSOE and PNV
The proposed reforms to the Francoist secrecy law in Spain are stalled due to opposition from the PP and Junts parties.
Proposal to Require Politicians to Declare All Held Shares and Valid Transactions
A Lithuanian politician has proposed amendments to the Law on the Coordination of Public and Private Interests aiming to broaden the scope of declarations required from politicians to prevent conflicts of interest.
Network Law Adopted by the Sejm. New Order for Renewable Energy Now Awaits the Senate
Poland's Sejm has adopted a new network law aimed at improving transparency and streamlining the connection of renewable energy sources to the national grid.
The weapon manufacturer received a clear message: 'You have broken the law'. Now the minister is open to changing the law.
Norway's largest ammunition manufacturer, Nammo, has been informed by the Consumer Authority that it has violated transparency laws, leading to potential changes in legislation by the government.
The General Inspection of Justice requested that monitors be appointed at the AFA "due to the seriousness of the irregularities detected"
The General Inspection of Justice in Argentina has requested the appointment of monitors in the Argentine Football Association to ensure compliance with the law amid serious irregularities and a refusal to provide requested documentation.
Pets BBB: law obliges pet shops to film baths and grooming of dogs and cats in Porto Alegre
A new law in Porto Alegre mandates pet shops to record video of all bathing and grooming services for dogs and cats, providing transparency and safety for pet owners.
Do we have the right to know who writes the laws for Karol Nawrocki? Expert: Transparency is key
An expert emphasizes the importance of transparency in the legislative process, particularly regarding the involvement of external authors in legal drafts.
The Government will prohibit media from having more than 35% of its income from institutional advertising
The Spanish government is set to pass a law restricting media income from institutional advertising to a maximum of 35 percent.
Good news for New York: Kathy Hochul signed a law to improve tracking of sexual offense evidence
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new law aimed at enhancing the tracking and transparency of sexual offense evidence kits, addressing long-standing concerns from survivor advocacy groups.
Board of Metro Vancouver’s CAO tight-lipped about status, cost of ‘leak’ investigation
The Chief Administrative Officer of Metro Vancouver, Jerry Dobrovolny, addressed the investigation into a leaked document, stating that concerns about law violations are central to the inquiry.
Questions about a labor reform clouded with suspicions
Javier Milei is close to approving a hastily debated labor law that has raised concerns over its transparency and implications.
Teresópolis Councilors Admit Problems with the 20-Story Building Law
Teresópolis councilors are expressing concerns and criticism over the newly enacted law allowing the construction of 20-story buildings, citing procedural issues and lack of transparency.
Real Estate Price Registry Opened. The Market is More Transparent, but There are Constraints
Poland's new law abolishes fees for accessing real estate price data, aiming to improve market transparency.
These programs would be at risk in Quito with the Cootad reform, according to the Municipality
Economic development initiatives and social services in Quito may be jeopardized by the reform of the Cootad law currently under consideration in the Assembly.
With a new law, hopes to modernize sports sector management and strengthen its funding
Latvia is set to replace its outdated Sports Law with a new regulation aimed at overhauling sports governance and funding.
New Deputy for Motorists Did Not Declare Assets, Violated the Law
A new deputy for motorists in Czechia has failed to declare his assets, potentially violating the law.
The government will review the new Sports Law. Siliņa names the priority
The Latvian government is set to review a new Sports Law focusing on promoting active lifestyles and transparency in sports funding.
Commission on police raid at its offices: Sale is lawful, fully cooperating with the European Prosecutor's Office
The European Commission stated that it is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation by the European Public Prosecutor's Office regarding the sale of 23 buildings in Belgium.
Constitutional Court accepts applications for unconstitutionality against Transparency and Credit Strengthening laws
Ecuador's Constitutional Court has accepted applications challenging the constitutionality of the Transparency Law and the Credit Strengthening Law, citing concerns over the protection of constitutional rights.
Met Police ordered Freemasonry revealed after '16 reports highlighted concerns'
The Metropolitan Police has mandated that officers disclose their Freemasonry memberships following concerns raised by multiple intelligence reports.
ICE acting director says Minnesota bodycam footage will be released amid transparency push
ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons announced the release of body camera footage from operations in Minnesota in response to scrutiny following recent fatalities during ICE arrests.
California: ICE agents can continue to act masked while being identifiable, judge decides
A federal judge ruled that ICE agents in California can continue to wear masks during operations but must remain identifiable, rejecting a proposed state law that would have prohibited such practices.
Transparent salaries. The government's rule circumvents the directive. Obstacles for women
The Italian government's new salary transparency law allows employers to comply with EU directives while potentially perpetuating wage disparities between men and women.
No state has a high level of transparency regarding firearms in the country, says study
A study reveals that Brazilian state police are failing to provide information on firearms under their control, with no state achieving a high level of transparency.
Good news for New York: Kathy Hochul signed a pioneering law regulating AI for advanced models
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a groundbreaking law to regulate artificial intelligence, enhancing transparency for users interacting with AI-generated content.
DHS Secretary Noem stands by body camera requirement for federal agents following Trump comments
Secretary Kristi Noem reaffirms the decision to equip federal agents with body cameras after President Trump's remarks, emphasizing the importance of transparency in law enforcement.
Clash Between Benčić and Plenković in Parliament: Sleeping Beauty, Prohibitors from We Can, and Local Trump
MP Sandra Benčić accused the government and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković of threatening parliamentary democracy and rule of law, calling him 'a small Trump from the neighborhood', to which he sharply replied by criticizing her party's transparency and past controversies.
US congressmen ask judge to appoint official to force release of all Epstein files
Two US congressmen are urging a federal judge to appoint a special master to ensure the release of all documents related to Jeffrey Epstein as mandated by law.
Corruption Event of the Year 2025: The Effort for the Impunity of Our People Continues, Highlighted by the 'Slayada'
A panel of ten prominent figures in corruption, transparency, and the rule of law has selected the corruption event of 2025, highlighting ongoing issues of impunity in Slovakia.