The topical issue of the development of the concept of the theory of local self-government at the current stage of the development of the rule of law
Authors: Teremtsova Nina Volodymyrivna 
Published: January 2025

The article deals with the institution of local self-government in Ukraine. As the title implies the article describes the development of the concept of the theory of local self-government at the current stage of the development of the rule of law.

The issue of the development of the concept of local self-government at the current stage of the development of the rule of law is closely related to the strengthening of the social and legal policy of the Ukrainian state, which offers the provision of a high quality of life for citizens, the provision of comfortable living conditions for the population, as well as a favorable human environment. The definition of the concept of local self-government in legal science is determined by the concept of local self-government chosen by the state, which is formed on the basis of the practical application of the skills of civil servants in practice and scientific developments by legal scientists. To constantly increase the role and importance of the work of local self-government bodies at the appropriate level. Every citizen of Ukraine should have an idea of the powers of local self-government bodies and how citizens can constitutionally exercise their direct right to private property, self-determination, free movement, and free choice of residence. At the same time, local self-government bodies must guarantee such independence and inviolability. This conceptual theory is based on the division of functions and powers between state bodies and local self-government bodies. The Constitution of Ukraine, the Law of Ukraine «On Local Self-Government Bodies in Ukraine» and other regulatory and legal documents are intended to contribute to the solution of this problem.

The author comes to the conclusion that is at the community level that it is possible to maximally ensure the provision of high-quality and accessible administrative, social and other services, the establishment of democratic institutions, the satisfaction of the interests of citizens in all areas of life in the relevant territory, and the coordination of the interests of the state and territorial communities.

The author claims that, therefore, local self-government is the management of affairs and is of an economic nature.

The issue of a theoretical concept for solving the problem of decision-making on the conclusion of special agreements between state authorities and local self-government bodies is relevant. There is no effective mechanism for the application and entry into force of the adopted legal acts.

Citizens of Ukraine must exercise their right to participate in local self-government by belonging to the respective territorial communities. Any restrictions on the right of citizens of Ukraine to participate in local self-government depending on their race, skin color, political, religious and other beliefs, gender, ethnic and social origin, property status, term of residence in the relevant territory, on linguistic or other grounds are prohibited.

Key words: State, citizens, local self-government bodies, concepts of legal theory, rule of law, state power, society, government.