Content

Scope of non-partisan observation and aclinowledgements

Key findings of the report

Electoral systems and legal framework for local elections

The situation of the party system and internal party democracy on the eve of the 2020 local elections (based on an OPORA survey from april, 2020).

Ukraine's progress in the area of ensuring citizens voting rights and issues identified.

Assessment of the 2020 local election administration process

Nomination and registration of candidates

Profile of candidates in the 2020 local elections

Assessment of the election campaign process: main activities of parties and candidates, legislative issues, and the role of social media

Compliance by electoral subjects with legal requirements regarding transparency and accountability of election finances

Violation of legislation and democratic standards in the 2020 local elections

Situation with ensuring accountability for electoral fraud

Analysis of local election results and implications for election systems

Effects of electoral systems on the 2020 local elections

The problem of invalid ballots in elections under the proportional system

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