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This section details initiatives to make government a competitive advantage. It includes analysis and reports of government initiatives, as well as data on accountability and performance measures.

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24th June 2021 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

What does the latest Food Act amendment mean for consumers and businesses?

The Czech Act on Food and Tobacco Products No. 110/1997 Coll. (“Food Act”) has been recently amended and most of the changes became effective as of 12 May 2021.

23rd June 2021 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

Regional Court addressed accounting in practice

The Regional Court in Brno issued ruling ref. no. 30 Af 83/2018 - 227 which addresses practical accounting problems in interest on loans past due dates, bonuses to employees and accrual accounting principal for expenses and income. Our article discusses these three topics in detail.

22nd June 2021 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

"Work–life balance" EU directives will extend paternity leave and increase parental allowance

EU Member States have an obligation to implement the Work-Life Balance Directive for parents and carers by 2 August 2022. What is the situation like here in the Czech Republic?