Good governance

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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28th April 2020 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

Again new Czech entry and exit rules during the emergency

It was not until 14 April 2020 that new entry and exit rules, especially for commuters, came into force. Now, after less than two weeks, new rules came into force on 27 April 2020.

22nd April 2020 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

Support for companies during the Coronavirus pandemic – claiming damages including lost profits

Compensation for damage including lost profits incurred due to the crisis measures, regulated in the Czech Republic under the Crisis Act, which took effect on January 1, 2001 (Act No. 240/2000). According to Section 36(1) of Act No. 240/2000, “The state is obliged to pay compensation for damage caused to legal entities and natural persons as a direct result of the crisis measures and exercises (Section 39(4)) performed under this Act. The state can only absolve itself of this responsibility if it proves that the injured party caused the damage to itself.”

21st April 2020 / Good governance / Legal Reform and Transparency

Coronavirus: Impact of operational restrictions on commercial and residential leases in the Czech Republic

Due to Coronavirus (SARS CoV-2), the operation of retail shopping facilities in the Czech Republic is affected by operational restrictions imposed by the public authorities from 12 March 2020 to protect public health and safety. The Czech Government also introduced bills which prohibit the termination of leases due to non-payment of the rent, provided it is caused by restrictions imposed by the public authorities in relation to the pandemic.