Access to information for the needs of public participation in the EIA procedure under martial law

The introduction of martial law in Ukraine in connection with the armed aggression of the russian federation caused a number of restrictions on certain human and citizens’ constitutional rights and freedoms. But how justified are the restrictions that the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources of Ukraine has introduced in the environmental impact assessment procedure, and is there room for improvement in this area so that, on the one hand, the security situation in the state is properly taken into account, and on the other – guarantee the public their rights to participate in the environmental impact assessment procedure. The document contains conclusions on this issue and specific proposals to the central authorized body.