Constitution of the United States
Sweeping judicial reform bill published in Official Gazette
A comprehensive omnibus bill, encompassing more than 60 amendments, was published in Türkiye's Official Gazette on March 12.
The legislation, widely known as the "judicial package," entered discussions on Feb. 20 after being submitted to the parliamentary presidency earlier in the month.
University bill to dominate this week’s agenda
The government's university reform bill, which paves the way for private universities to set up branches in Greece, is set to be debated and voted on this week in parliament.
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International universities eye Greece amid constitutional debate
Ten prestigious international universities have expressed keen interest in establishing branches in Greece, according to Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis in an interview with the Proto Thema Sunday newspaper.
Parliament OKs judicial reforms in omnibus bill
Turkish lawmakers have given their approval to a comprehensive omnibus bill, comprising over 60 amendments, introduced by ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) deputies.
The legislation, dubbed the "judicial package" by the public entered discussions on Feb. 20, following its submission to the parliamentary presidency earlier in the month.
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Bulgaria: Opposition Parties Challenge Constitutional Amendments
As the National Assembly commences its sessions for 2024, the political landscape in Bulgaria is set for an early showdown, with opposition parties taking a decisive step to refer recent constitutional amendments to the Constitutional Court.
PM Denkov Advocates Relocation of Soviet Army Monument to Museum
Prime Minister Nikolai Denkov addressed expectations of a "fair budget" amid ongoing protests during the parliament's discussion of the fundamental financial law. Denkov highlighted the budget's constraints while aiming for fairness to all communities expressing their concerns.
Study Reveals Bulgarian Public's Limited Awareness of Constitution Changes
According to a survey titled "Public Attitudes to Changes in the Constitution," conducted by the Bulgarian Institute for Legal Initiatives (BILI), the public has minimal knowledge about the proposed constitutional amendments.
Seeking a way to speed up private higher education
The government is determined to revise the constitutional provision which does not allow private Greek universities. And, with the socialist PASOK party appearing willing to concur, the three fifths of MPs required to approve will be easily attained.
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Court allows new governing body to take over at public broadcaster
The Constitutional Court has revoked its earlier decision to stay key parts of the amended RTV Slovenija Act that was upheld in the November 2022 referendum, decreeing for the governing council of the public broadcaster to be inaugurated within seven days after the court's decision is published in the Official Gazette.
Bulgaria: DPS proposes the Convening of a Grand National Assembly
The Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) proposes convening a Grand National Assembly to vote on changes to the Constitution. This was announced by the movement at a briefing on the sidelines of the parliament.