The Verhovna Rada adopted a draft law reviving the competitions for civil service and local self-government positions. The document is supported by a second reading and in general. Competitions will be returned in stages: first for category "A" jobs, then - categories "B" and "B" in territories controlled by Ukraine, where no hostilities are taking place. The law also establishes priority for war veterans when appointing to public positions; Honesty criteria are mandatory for candidates; The ability to retain employees who were appointed without competition during martial law - if they successfully pass the annual evaluation. In addition, the composition of the High Civil Service Corps Committee will be updated to reduce the political influence on its work. The law is supposed to help Ukraine meet its obligations under the public administration reform road map and the European Union's Ukraine Facility Plan.