On 12 February 2015 the Parliamentof Ukraine passed the Law “On Ensuring the Right for Fair Trial”* (hereinafter- the “Law”).
The Law introduces numerous amendments to Ukrainian legislation aimed atincreasing the level of transparency of the judicial system and strengtheningthe disciplinary liability of judges.
In particular, significant changes are to be introduced to the procedural codesof Ukraine. It is also expected that the powers of the Supreme Court of Ukrainewill be expanded.
The Law is pending for the President's signature.
We will continue to monitor developments on this issue and provide additionalupdates once the text of the Law is signed by the President and officiallypublished.
* TheDraft Law “On Ensuring the Right for Fair Trial” # 1656 dated 26 December2014