The amendment to the Anti-Money Laundering Act, which takes effect on June 1, 2026, clarifies the definition and identification of beneficial owners, adjusts procedures for suspicious transactions, mandates communication with the Financial Intelligence Unit via the GoAML system, and establishes a registry for foreign trust funds.

European Commission approved the Czech Republic’s operating aid scheme for biomethane production. Read the bpv newsletter for more information.

Foreigners with temporary protection have until Thursday 30 April 2026 to express their interest in obtaining a special long-term residence permit.

Draft Amendment No. 2 to the Spatial Development Plan is redefining the so-called acceleration zones for renewable energy sources.

The Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs has published a draft of a new law regulating work via digital platforms.

The special regime for the public holidays on May 8 and September 15, 2026 adjusts the standard rules for work and employee compensation.

Recent amendments to the Labor Code regarding equal pay.

From March 19, Slovakia is introducing a 30-day limit on diesel fuel purchases

The European Union is postponing the launch of the ETS2 system by one year, from 2027 to 2028.

In Germany has been a fundamental shift in the regulation of energy storage facilities, known as battery energy storage systems.

The National Council of the Slovak Republic has approved a new Commercial Register Act intended to reduce the administrative burden on entrepreneurs. If signed by the president, the Act will come into effect on 17 August 2026.