2026 Rule of Law Report published · Risk 7.2/10 · 4 active alerts
The Commission published its 2026 Rule of Law Report on 17 Jul. Hungary’s Article 7 procedure and conditionality protective measures remain active; the Council discussed the Article 7 state of play in Jun. Poland, Romania and Slovakia continue to face country-specific recommendations.
Editorial snapshot: 2026-09-13
The report confirms that Hungary’s conditionality protective measures remain in force and records the June 2026 Article 7 state-of-play discussion.
Commission quarterly assessment finds Hungary has fully met 6 of 17 remedial measures. 8 partially met, 3 not met (judicial independence, anti-corruption agency, public procurement). Partial fund release under discussion.
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Sejm passes law reconstituting Constitutional Tribunal with new judges. PiS-appointed CT president refuses to vacate. Constitutional crisis formally acknowledged by Venice Commission. EU funds release contingent on resolution.
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Amendment gives government power to appoint public broadcaster board majority. Reporters Without Borders condemns. Commission includes in 2026 Rule of Law Report cycle. No formal proceedings initiated yet.
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