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Possible ways out of the present political crisis: some ideas put forward
23.05.2007
From 3-5 May 2007 the “Democratic Initiatives” Foundation surveyed 14 prominent Ukrainians regarding their views on how to overcome the political crisis in Ukraine. The specific questions were all open, with the respondents making their suggestions rather than assessing given variants.
In Memory of the Victims
17.05.2007
On the 63rd anniversary of the deportation of the Crimean Tatars ceremonies to honour the victims are to be held today and tomorrow throughout the Crimea
Ten postulates regarding the Ukrainian electoral system
16.05.2007
An analysis of some of the problems in the electoral system, such as excessive focus on party allegiance, non-transparent candidate lists and discouragement of truly independent politicians
Remembrance Day for the Victims of Communist Repression in the Bykivnya Forest
15.05.2007
Those attending the annual remembrance ceremony at the “Bykivnya Graves” near Kyiv include relatives of the over 150 thousand victims buried in this place. There are also many who to this day do not know where the graves of their relatives lie.
If not now then never …
12.05.2007
In this year, so seeped in terrible anniversaries, is it not time to seriously speak of ensuring that our parents and grandparents are remembered, that the earth which bears their remains is honoured?
The Roots of torture lie in legislation and in entrenched practices among law enforcement agencies
12.05.2007
We need new procedural legislation, a change in court practice, new judges who know what evidence law is and what evidence is inadmissible. Another vital area is control over police detention, making sure that it is recorded and that time restrictions are observed
Legal commentary on the Second Presidential Decree dissolving parliament from 26 April 2007
09.05.2007
The author analyzes, among other things, the constitutional grounds (or lack of such) for a permanent, “open door” coalition, and generally examines the argumentation underpinning the new Decree
Thoughts on Vsevolod Rechytskys Legal Commentary
19.04.2007
I am inclined to think that in the conclusion given by Vsevolod Rechytsky, an honest lawyer who experiences almost physical pain from the constant disregard for the law, what has emerged triumphant is nonetheless pure legalism, while something crucial and of vital significance remains outside the equation
A constitutional law analysis of the Presidential Decree of 2 April 2007 on dissolving parliament
15.04.2007
The author states that given the number of conflicting arguments regarding this Decree, and the undoubted fact that only the Constitutional Court may judge whether or not it complies with the Constitution, a purely formal analysis can be helpful in predicting the likely issues which the Court will consider
Legal commentary on the Presidentis Dissolution of the Verkhovna Rada and on the overall political situation in Ukraine
13.04.2007
The author discusses the various arguments given in the Presidential Decree for the dissolution of parliament. He also gives a piercing assessment of the degree to which the constitutional amendments of 2004 are to blame for many of Ukraines ills and why these need to be reviewed as a matter of priority
1937 and the present day
05.04.2007
We are convinced that without taking upon ourselves this indeed terrible load of responsibility for the past, we will find no national consolidation and no revival. As one of the most terrible anniversaries in our shared history approaches, “Memorial” calls on all those who care about the future of our countries and peoples to look back unflinchingly at the past and to try to understand its lessons.
Civic organizations call on Yushchenko to withdraw his recent award to Mykhailo Potebenko
28.03.2007
They demand an investigation into the tampering with the case as well as the withdrawal of the honour to Mr Potebenko since “such an award given the sham investigation into the Gongadze murder is an insult to those people who really are attempting to build democracy and a law-based state in Ukraine and inflicts pain on Georgys family and relatives
Court hearing into the disturbances in Kharkiv on 16 December scheduled for 28 March
28.03.2007
The Dzherzhynsky Court in Kharkiv is scheduled to begin a preliminary hearing into the case over the events on 197 Klockivska St. on 16 December last year which resulted in a number of people being beaten up. The charges are under "hooliganism", not "mass riots", as the SBU launched a criminal investigation into.
Brief report on the work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Public Council for the Observance of Human Rights
27.03.2007
The first years work of the Council highlighted a large number of problems in the work of MIA bodies which have direct impact on human rights. The main achievement can be considered the fact that the Public Council has come into being and proved its beneficial value for the MIA.
A year after the elections: the challenges to civic society. Can democracy survive?
23.03.2007
“Dialogue between civic organizations and state executive authorities has been virtually stifled, and the media do not devote attention to this issue. We need on principle to ask sternly: “You promised, so what has been done?” Im afraid that many leaders of the elected authorities would have no answer. However the question must be put”.
Judicial investigation begins into the death of Oleh Dunich
23.03.2007
It has taken a over a year for the trial to begin of three former police officers who are accused of causing the death of Oleh Dunich. An appeal court yesterday upheld the decision to remand the accused in custody pending the trial
IFJ Urges Ukraine to Withdraw Honour for Prosecutor Who Botched Investigation of Journalists Murder
23.03.2007
The International Federation of Journalists calls Potebenko one of those responsible for the shoddy investigation into the death of the journalist Georgy Gongadze
Kharkiv Regional Administration abolishes system of journalist accreditation
22.03.2007
Its Head, Mr Avakov, explained that these measures were aimed at safeguarding the legitimate rights of journalists and the public to free, unimpeded and timely information about the activities of the state authorities and ensuring their transparency
Who is trying to fuel racism and xenophobia in Kharkiv?
21.03.2007
A third torch procession trying to stir up resentment against foreign students (and beat up any they find) is part of a worrying development over the last 6 months which human rights defenders believe is being deliberately encouraged in Kharkiv and needs firm measures now
A judge wont stand in judgment on a judge
17.03.2007
“The case was closed due to the non-appearance of the respondent” is just one of the stages in this surreal, although unfortunately true, tale of a journalists efforts to stand up for his rights and those of the public to receive objective information
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