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The scientific article explores the issue of corruption in the local self-government bodies of Ukraine and provides suggestions for its prevention and eradication. The article emphasizes examining the reasons and mechanisms for the formation of corrupt practices at the local level, pointing to insufficient transparency and openness in governmental processes, instability in governance structures, and political influences as key factors contributing to the spread of corruption. One of the main recommendations is the necessity of ensuring consistency and stability in legal regulation. It is believed that laws and regulatory acts should be appropriately updated and adapted to changes in society, as well as accessible and understandable to all citizens, which is an important factor in preventing corruption. The active participation of the public in monitoring the activities of governmental structures is also recognized as an effective mechanism for combating corruption. Civil society organizations, activists, and journalists can act as important parties tracking the activities of authorities and contributing to the detection of corrupt practices. Furthermore, the implementation of electronic governance and reporting can significantly enhance transparency and openness in the activities of local self-government bodies and contribute to the detection and prevention of corrupt practices. An important aspect of combating corruption is the role of anti-corruption agencies and international partners. For example, the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) in Ukraine oversees the financial activities of officials, including representatives of local self-government bodies. International organizations and programs, such as the European Commission, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the World Bank, provide financial and technical support for the implementation of anti-corruption measures at the local level. Achieving progress in combating corruption in local self-government bodies requires a systematic approach to improving legal regulation and active citizen participation. Ensuring accessibility and transparency of information about the activities of local authorities, implementing mechanisms of accountability, and increasing the level of legal literacy among citizens are key factors in successfully combating corruption. Therefore, by analyzing the political, legal, and social prerequisites of corruption in local self-government bodies, the article emphasizes the necessity of comprehensive measures to improve legal regulation, engage civil society, and involve international partners in the fight against this negative phenomenon. Only through joint efforts can significant reduction of corruption levels be achieved and improvement of democratic governance at the local level in Ukraine be ensured.
O. I. Kokhan (Thu,) studied this question.