labor market
Government simplifies obtaining driver’s licenses for BE, C1E and CE categories
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine at its meeting on October 7, 2026, canceled the requirement for mandatory annual driving experience to obtain BE, C1E, and CE driver’s categories. The approved changes will remain in effect during martial law and…
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Demand for construction workers in July 2026: regional trends and wages
In July 2026, the demand for workers in the construction sector showed significant regional differentiation. Employers opened the most vacancies in the eastern and southern regions of Ukraine.
Over 74,000 students enrolled in vocational education in 2026
This year, 74,112 people enrolled in vocational education institutions in Ukraine, with the total number of applications reaching 97,500. Nearly 98% of all admitted students will study for free, funded by state or regional orders.
Ukrainians can report job and income loss to the Register of Damage
Ukrainian citizens who lost their jobs and income due to the aggression of the russian federation can now submit an application to the international Register of Damage. This can be done remotely using the Diia service.
Cabinet of Ministers resubmits the new Labor Code draft to the Verkhovna Rada
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has resubmitted the draft of the new Labor Code to the Verkhovna Rada. The document is designed to replace outdated 1971 legislation and adapt labor relations to modern economic requirements and European Union…
Petition for a four-day work week gains nearly 16 thousand votes
A petition for a four-day work week has been registered on the government website, garnering over 15.8 thousand votes. To be officially considered by the Cabinet of Ministers, the initiative must receive support from at least 25 thousand citizens.
