Slovakia's Constitutional Court Clears Amendment on Appointing Agency Heads

Slovakia's Constitutional Court has ruled that an amendment to the country's competency law does not violate the constitution. The challenge before the court concerned provisions governing the appointment and dismissal of the heads of certain government offices and agencies. The competency law defines the powers and responsibilities of central state administration bodies, and disputes over who controls the appointment of agency leaders often reflect broader tensions between the government, the president, and independent institutions. The court's ruling clears the legal path for the amendment to take effect.