Constitutional Court/Judical Review
A judicial body with the responsibility of interpreting and ensuring the enforcement of the Constitution, usually through the review of legislation or other administrative decisions to ensure their compliance with the requirements of the Constitution
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9 June 2023
In Nigeria, president signs constitutional amendment on judicial retirement age and pension rights
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26 May 2023
Defending Democracy: Sweden’s Constitutional Reform Proposals in Response to Democratic Backsliding in Europe
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23 May 2023
In Bulgaria, political blocs agree to form government led by two rotating prime ministers
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19 May 2023
In Portugal, president enacts euthanasia bill after parliament overrides final veto
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18 May 2023
In Mexico, president supports referendum on supreme court justice elections
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16 May 2023
In Belize, constitution commission chair updates party leaders on constitutional reform priorities
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10 May 2023
In Mexico, president announces constitutional amendment proposal for citizens to directly elect supreme court judges
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9 May 2023
In Mexico, supreme court invalidates portions of AMLO's 'plan B' electoral reform
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4 May 2023
In Nigeria, house of representatives submits for presidential approval constitutional bill to raise judicial retirement age from 65 to 70 years
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19 April 2023
Mexico supreme court rules transferring national guard from civilian to military control was unconstitutional
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