Legislative Support Research Articles

Stakeholders’ role towards circular economy implementation: a scientometric review

Purpose This study aims to identify in literature the role of construction stakeholders in the implementation of circular economy (CE) in the construction industry (CI). This study also sought to identify the status quo and research trend, “hot themes”, areas requiring more research and future research direction of stakeholders’ role in CE implementation in the CI. Design/methodology/approach A literature search was conducted using the Scopus search engine, augmented by Google Scholar to produce 50 relevant articles for the identification of stakeholders’ roles using content analysis. The scientometric study was undertaken using VOSviewer on 42 articles obtained from Scopus search to identify the status quo, “hot themes”, knowledge gaps and future research direction of the role of stakeholders in CE implementation. Findings Through content analysis, the identified roles of government as a stakeholder are to develop efficient policy instruments, legislation support and financial investment in research and development activities that will promote the smooth implementation of CE. The role of academia/research is to engage in research aimed at investigating both the short-term behaviour and the durability of recycled materials and products. In addition, the roles of professionals in the consultant/design/procurement team are to design with life cycle assessment and reused materials, design for deconstruction and disassembly, etc. The role of the user/consumer is to ensure knowledge diffusion and awareness exchange that recognize the available opportunities for long-term material usage (including repair, reuse, refurbishment and recycling). The research status quo identified from the scientometric analysis include how stakeholders can come up with innovative ways in demolition that will ensure that more of the materials can be reused. Stakeholders should focus on enacting policies and laws that can promote the use of recycled materials in buildings, etc. Research that focuses on how to engage the various construction stakeholders to come up with specific public policy that will promote CE implementation, identifying the specific roles to be played by stakeholders during policy enactment as well as managing the environment, laws and legislations towards CE implementation. The role of stakeholders in the extension of the life span of projects, the use of strategies to minimize waste generation and standardization of building materials, components and connectors with the purpose of simplifying disassembly are the research gaps and areas for future research studies. Some of the research “hot themes” include “circular business models in the CI”, “environmental sustainability policy implementation”, “environmental, economic and social sustainability”, “policy, laws and legislations on waste management” and “environmental and industrial economics” towards CE implementation. Practical implications The findings from this study serve as a valuable reference for construction stakeholders to assess their specific roles as stakeholders and to identify the status quo and research trend, “hot themes”, areas requiring more research and future research directions on stakeholders’ roles in CE implementation in the CI. Originality/value Identifying the role of stakeholders for CE implementation is one bold step towards the achievement of CE implementation in the CI.

Circular Economy in the Building Sector: Investigating Awareness, Attitudes, Barriers, and Enablers through a Case Study in Saudi Arabia

The adoption of circular economy (CE) holds significant potential to mitigate the challenges posed by the conventional linear economic model. The building sector in Saudi Arabia continues experiencing rapid growth, often marked by a consistent annual rise in the number of projects. The incorporation of CE principles into this expansion presents opportunities to optimize resource utilization, minimize waste generation, and enhance overall environmental sustainability. This study explores the current levels of awareness, perception, and implementation of CE principles among local building sector stakeholders and assesses the potential for CE expansion in the region. Additionally, it seeks to rank the identified barriers and enablers while exploring the interconnected relationships between such barriers. A literature review was conducted to explore the CE barriers and enablers. This was followed by an online survey which was conducted amongst 139 respondents from diverse stakeholder groups. A relative importance index (RII) was employed to rank the barriers and enablers, and the findings were subjected to statistical analysis using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The outcomes of this study highlight a significant lack of awareness regarding CE principles among stakeholders, with a very low implementation rate. To break this inertia and encourage the adoption of CE practices, this study suggests the need for CE- supportive policy and legislation, and the provision of financial incentives.

Politicization of fake news debates and citizen attitudes towards fake news and its regulation

As fake news becomes a pressing social concern, governments from many countries have considered legislation against fake news. This study examined how citizens formed opinions about fake news and an anti-fake news bill in South Korea where political elites provide polarized discourse regarding fake news and associated regulatory politics. Progressive leaders more intensely criticized fake news and proposed an anti-fake news bill whereas conservative leaders vehemently opposed the bill. The analysis of survey data showed that elite polarization may affect citizens’ perceptions of fake news and attitudes toward anti-fake news legislation. Strong partisans tended to believe that fake news is more hostile toward their in-group and had stronger third-person perceptions, and such perceptions were positively related to the support of anti-fake news legislation. Moreover, progressive voters tended to have stronger hostile and third-person perceptions than conservative counterparts, reflecting endorsement of their in-group leaders’ positions. News reception about the bill further increased the gap in the level of support for the bill between progressive and conservative citizens.

Summary of evidence to facilitate the implementation of advance care planning among advanced cancer patients.

Advance care planning (ACP) is designed to ensure that patients lacking autonomous decision-making capacity receive medical services in accordance with their expectations and preferences. Individuals with advanced cancer are a crucial target for ACP implementation. However, the current practice of ACP in this group in China is suboptimal, demanding high-quality implementation evidence to strengthen ACP in the clinical practice of patients with advanced cancer. The existing literature can be summarized into 27 pieces of evidence across 7 dimensions, including initiation time, intervention content, intervention providers, intervention modalities, communication skills, outcome indicators, and environmental support. The aforementioned evidence could provide crucial support for improving ACP implementation for patients with advanced cancer. Subsequent research efforts should integrate patient preferences and explore the most suitable implementation strategies for ACP in the Chinese population with advanced cancer, considering diverse aspects such as traditional culture, ACP education and training, legislative support, and healthcare system refinement.

Preserving and Promoting Cultural Literacy through Education of Chinese Sani Folk Songs in Kunming City, Yunnan Province

Chinese Sani folk songs, originating from the vibrant culture of the Sani people in Kunming City, Yunnan Province, represent a precious tapestry of musical heritage. This research aims to examine the preservation and promotion of cultural literacy through the education of Chinese Sani folk songs in Kunming City, Yunnan Province. Esteemed Sani scholars, composers, and song transmitters serve as key informants, providing valuable insights into the multifaceted process of preserving and promoting this cultural treasure. A mixed-methods approach is employed. Combining qualitative interviews and quantitative questionnaires, this research offers a comprehensive perspective on Sani folk song preservation. The results highlight the importance of education, legislative support, cultural promotion, and collaboration with universities in preserving Sani folk songs. Suggestions include the establishment of folk song learning workshops, youth education programs, the preservation of traditional living environments, and the creation of a Sani folk song database. Overall, this research underscores the urgency of safeguarding this unique cultural heritage and contributes to the global discourse on preserving endangered folk music traditions.

State and non-state mechanisms for regulating the quality of higher education for promoting it to the European level: The example of Kazakhstan

Relevance. This exploration is crucial for understanding how developing countries can enhance their educational frameworks to meet global benchmarks, which in turn contributes to their competitiveness on the world stage. Purpose. The goal of the article is to analyse the most important state and non-state instruments for regulating the domain of tertiary education in the developing country, endeavouring to advance the standard of education to the degree of the developed countries. Methodology. Employing functional and comparative analysis, the study examines 11 key mechanisms for regulating, ensuring, and improving higher education quality in Kazakhstan, juxtaposed with practices from developed countries, particularly those within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). This methodological approach provides insights into the efficacy of these mechanisms in fostering a high-quality educational landscape. Results. Findings reveal two significant waves of increased state attention towards higher education quality, with legislative support being paramount. Kazakhstan has adopted a multifaceted approach involving legislative frameworks, licensing, and accreditation to bolster educational standards. Additionally, the inclusion of non-state mechanisms, such as stakeholder engagement and international accreditation, alongside collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors, has been instrumental. These efforts align with global trends and EHEA guidelines, demonstrating Kazakhstan's commitment to enhancing its educational quality and competitiveness. Conclusions. The analysis underscores the complexity and significance of both state and non-state mechanisms in shaping the quality of higher education in Kazakhstan. By aligning its practices with international standards, particularly those of the EHEA, Kazakhstan is making strides towards integrating its higher education system into the global framework. This integration not only enhances the country's educational standards but also its overall competitiveness, highlighting the critical role of quality assurance mechanisms in achieving educational excellence and global integration.

The cekungan bandung urban area management policy formulation

This research aims to explain the management of the Cekungan Bandung Urban Area with a focus on three policy formulations, namely process, content and context in the social, environmental and economic dimensions. The research method used is a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques include observation and interviews with stakeholders, using purposive sampling techniques, including the Head of West Java Province Regional Development Planning Agency, district/city Bappeda heads, planners (Badan Perencanaan Dan Pembangunan Daerah, Bappeda), Regional People`s Representative Assembly (Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat Daerah, DPRD members), Legal Bureau and Collaboration Bureau Heads in West Java Province, and Academic Manuscript Compiler. Due to the absence of comfortable, safe, and punctual public transportation, people continue to use private vehicles, leading to unresolved traffic congestion and environmental pollution, thus resulting in economic losses. The results show the formulation of policies for managing the urban area of the Cekungan Bandung, specifically the establishment of BP Cek ban, faced challenges due to a lack of authority in managing financial and human resources. The agency couldn’t execute programs or activities and implement the development due to limitations in legal authority over state finances. Alternative policies were not effectively synchronized between government levels and lacked legislative support, hindered by regional autonomy. The contribution of the research is as reference material for the government in formulating management policies for the Cekubgan Bandung urban area.

Cultural-Land Bond: A Multifaceted Exploration of First Nations Historical Trajectory, Present Realities, and Sustainable Futures

This article explores the intricate and enduring connection between First Nations communities in Canada and their ancestral lands. The central research question guiding this investigation is: How do these multifaceted factors intersect to shape the lasting cultural-land bond? Utilizing a comprehensive literature review methodology, encompassing historical records, scholarly works, and indigenous perspectives, this study synthesizes information to provide a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics at play. The key argument put forth is that the historical trajectory, colonial-era policies, Indigenous-colonial treaties, present-day social structures, economic considerations, environmental challenges, familial traditions, and core cultural values collectively contribute to the vitality of the cultural-land connection. The academic impact of this research lies in its revelation of patterns and common themes, offering crucial insights for policy adjustments. The article advocates for comprehensive legislation that respects Indigenous rights, encourages community-led initiatives, and promotes environmental sustainability. The implication of this work is a call to action, urging continued research, legislative support, and community engagement to ensure the preservation of this enduring connection for the benefit of current and future generations.

Fortification or biofortification: complimentary strategies or duplication of effort?

Micronutrient deficiencies continue to be a global concern, with the most common deficiencies being vitamin A, iron, zinc and B vitamins (folate and B12). Addressing this requires strategies that are scalable and equitable such that they reach all members of a population irrespective of socioeconomic status and geography. Fortification and biofortification offer potential large-scale solutions, however each have strengths and limitations depending on the context, particularly the cultural and political factors that may create barriers or opportunities for effectiveness. Planning how to target scarce resources for maximum impact requires an in-depth knowledge and understanding of local food systems and market dynamics, alongside strong government policy and legislative support. A food fortification programme was launched in Pakistan in 2016, supported by UK Aid and designed to address the high prevalence of vitamin A, iron and zinc deficiency, particularly in women and children. In the same year, the first zinc biofortified variety of wheat, Zincol-2016, was released in Pakistan, supported and developed through the HarvestPlus programme in collaboration with the Pakistan National Agriculture Research Centre. This review explores the challenges faced by fortification and biofortification, initiated independently, (but around the same time) in Pakistan.

Jam-Barrel Politics

Abstract This paper studies the executive-legislative exchange of centrally allocated benefits (jam) for legislative support in Colombia using data from road building projects, legislative roll-call votes, and a leaked database which uncovered the assignment of road contracts to individual legislators. We draw hypotheses from a model in which an executive spreads jam to sway legislators. We document that assigned projects had excess costs, legislators targeted were more likely to be swing voters in congress, and legislators increased their support for the executive after their contracts were signed. The results are driven by legislators representing remote regions and constituencies with weaker political institutions.

Mental Health Interventions for Migrant Children in China: A Framework Informed by Ecological Systems Theory

As the rural-to-urban migration continues, millions of children accompany their families into urban environments, where they face complex challenges adapting to urban life, resulting in mental health issues. This paper delves into the current academic conversations to dissect the mental health challenges faced by migrant children due to their struggles with social adaptation to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the developmental barriers experienced by migrant children in China. Drawing on Bronfenbrenners ecological systems theory, this paper also advocates for a multilevel intervention framework across four domains: family, school, community, and society. Implementing this comprehensive framework offers migrant children improved adaptation to urban life and a reduced risk of mental health issues. While practical challenges exist, increased attention from social workers, educators, and policymakers, as well as supportive legislation, can enhance the well-being and adaptation of migrant children in Chinas evolving society.

Soil monitoring infrastructure in response to war

ABSTRACT Soil degradation is not the least impact of the Russian aggression. War degradation of soils includes compaction, erosion, biodiversity loss, contamination, physical destruction of soils etc. Explosions release harmful chemicals and metals that can persist in the environment affecting the quality of both soil and water resources; and fires at the site of burning military equipment impact soil. Assessment of soil to support soil management requires a well-functioning soil monitoring infrastructure which we describe in terms of: 1) legislative support, 2) soil testing laboratories, 3) a soil information system, and 4) finance. Gaps in Ukrainian legislation make effective soil monitoring impossible; there is need for decree to officially recognise military soil degradation and establish an effective monitoring. The main body of soil sampling and analysis can be carried out within the network of the State Institute “Institute of Soil Protection of Ukraine” but a publicly accessible soil database is needed to hold and transmit the updated information. Novadays funding is hard to come by; we would seek it firstly through cooperation with international donors. If these the times, visiting scientists who participate in the survey and assessment of battlefields will gain experience that finds widespread international application.

Miscounting Immigrants in South Africa: Understanding Misperceptions in the Immigrant Population Innumeracy Capital of the World

ABSTRACT Why do South Africans demonstrate such high levels of immigrant population innumeracy? This tendency to overestimate the number of immigrants in one’s country has been linked to consequences, including support for anti-immigrant legislation and participation in xenophobic violence. Some have called for disseminating accurate information as a means to reduce anti-immigrant hostility. However, most of what we know about innumeracy comes from research in the Global North, and it remains unclear whether it operates similarly in other parts of the world. Thus, the current study seeks to understand innumeracy as it exists in South Africa with the goal of informing efforts aimed at improving perceptions and reducing tensions. Using patterns established in the existing research and logic based on the cognitive availability and affect heuristic processes, the current study compiles a list of possible correlates and tests their effectiveness for understanding South Africans’ misperceptions. The analysis also goes beyond replication by examining a wide array of cognitive availability factors, many of which have not been considered in previous innumeracy research. Overall, findings from the 2019 South African Social Attitudes Survey identify several predictors of immigrant population innumeracy, some which are unique to South Africa. In particular, relational information channels, like friends, family, and local leaders, have a much larger impact on perceptions than non-relational media channels, like television and the Internet. These new insights into the innumeracy phenomenon as it exists in South Africa may prove useful for designing targeted interventions to encourage more accurate perceptions.

Legality in the sphere of implementing executive power in the Republic of Kazakhstan

The paper considers compliance with the principle of legality of the activities of executive authorities, legislative support and the exercise of powers. The nature and content of the activities of the executive bodies of the territorial level, designed to ensure the implementation of the legal provisions defined by national legislation are studied. The activities of executive authorities include law-making activities in the form of adoption of by-laws, as well as organizational activities. This scope of powers determines the relevance of observing the principle of legality in the activities of executive authorities. The principle of legality preserved through the implementation of joint interaction of local governments with other authorities in solving problems. The introduction of digitalization of public authorities, which acts as one of the ways to prevent corruption offenses in executive authorities and comply with the provisions of national legislation, contributes to the preservation and implementation of the principle of legality

Законность в сфере реализации исполнительной власти Республики Казахстан на местном уровне управления

The paper considers compliance with the principle of legality of the activities of executive authorities, legislative support and the exercise of powers. The nature and content of the activities of the executive bodies of the territorial level, designed to ensure the implementation of the legal provisions defined by national legislation are studied. The activities of executive authorities include law-making activities in the form of adoption of by-laws, as well as organizational activities. This scope of powers determines the relevance of observing the principle of legality in the activities of executive authorities. The principle of legality preserved through the implementation of joint interaction of local governments with other authorities in solving problems. The introduction of digitalization of public authorities, which acts as one of the ways to prevent corruption offenses in executive authorities and comply with the provisions of national legislation, contributes to the preservation and implementation of the principle of legality.

НАГРАДНЫЕ СИСТЕМЫ РОССИИ, СТРАН ПОСТСОВЕТСКОГО ПРОСТРАНСТВА И ИХ ОБЪЕДИНЕНИЙ (ПРАВОВЫЕ АСПЕКТЫ)

The article analyzes the legislative base of award systems in Russia and post-Soviet countries. The study of legislation allows us to conclude that during the years of independence in all post-Soviet countries a clear hierarchical model of state encouragement of distinguished citizens in all spheres of society has developed. The author states that the legal norms regulating that sphere are based on the constitutions of republics, decisions of their constitutional courts, national laws, acts of parliaments, decrees of heads of state, etc. An important feature of post-Soviet award systems is that in their legislative support one can find traditions and rules of the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union. Historically conditioned multi-layered legislative base of post-Soviet award systems has a number of characteristic shortcomings, to which the article pays special attention. For example, the author notes the eclecticism admitted by the authorities in the formation of national award systems and conditioned by the desire to preserve historical traditions. Also, the constant changes, amendments and additions to the existing laws, and the endless adoption of their new editions contribute to the growth of legal and logical contradictions in the award business. A special issue of multinational post-Soviet states, in particular, Russia, is the combination of incongruous or poorly matched symbols in the design of awards, which are ambiguously perceived by different ethno-national and confessional groups of the population

Challenges in traumatic spinal cord injury care in developing countries - a scoping review.

To evaluate the leading challenges in developing countries' traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) care. We conducted a systematic search in electronic databases of PubMed, SCOPUS, Web of Science, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library on 16 April 2023. Studies that investigated challenges associated with the management of TSCI in developing countries were eligible for review. We extracted related outcomes and categorized them into four distinct parts: injury prevention, pre-hospital care, in-hospital care, and post-hospital care. We identified 82 articles that met the eligibility criteria including 13 studies on injury prevention, 25 on pre-hospital care, 32 on in-hospital care, and 61 on post-hospital care. Challenges related to post-hospital problems including the personal, financial, and social consequences of patients' disabilities and the deficiencies in empowering people with TSCI were foremost studied. Lack of trained human resources, insufficient public education and delays in care delivery were barriers in the acute and chronic management of TSCI. A well-defined pre-hospital network and standard guidelines for the management of acute neurotrauma are needed. Critical challenges in injury prevention include deficiencies in infrastructure and supportive legislation. Studies focusing on injury prevention and pre-hospital care in TSCI management in developing countries warrant further investigation. It is imperative to develop systematic and evidence-based initiatives that are specifically tailored to the unique circumstances of each country to address these challenges effectively. By understanding the primary obstacles, policymakers and healthcare providers can establish goals for improving education, planning, legislation, and resource allocation.

The End of Learning

Do evil means justify moving towards a noble goal? In this work of philosophical short story fiction, Paul is six years old when his school suffers from, and his best friend dies in, yet another school shooting. The experience changes young Paul and he spends his life working to change gun laws and prevent future school shootings. As a student, he starts the organization, Students-Saving-Students (“SSS”) that holds periodic student walkaways in support of stronger gun legislation. Paul drops out of school to pursue gun legislation full time, however, by the time he is seventeen years old, he has made little progress. That is when he gets a strange call from SSS alumni who propose taking more militant action. SSS alumni have come to the conclusion that adults who have lost children to gun violence are very likely to support gun regulation and, therefore, they should kill the fifty children with guns of the legislative members most adamantly against gun controls. They have called Paul to give him the final “go/no go” decision. Paul refuses to endorse the plan, however, as soon as he hands up the phone, he already has his doubts on if he made the right choice.

CONCEPT OF CREATING OF AN ELECTRONIC ATLAS “UKRAINE. CULTURAL AND LANDSCAPE HERITAGE”

The purpose of this study is to develop conceptual and methodological approaches to the creation of an electronic atlas “Ukraine. Cultural and landscape heritage.” This is one of the priority measures to accelerate the pace of practical implementation and popularization of the approach of the cultural landscape in Ukraine. The study is based on: analysis and generalization of the main documents on the implementation of the concept of cultural landscape in international law in order to protect both cultural and natural heritage; study of legislative and practical experience of some foreign countries in the application of the concept of cultural landscape in the context of its identification, typology, cartographic visualization and popularization; a review of the current state of legislative, regulatory and methodological support and practical results on these issues in monument preservation activities in Ukraine. The goals, objectives, conceptual principles and methodological approaches to its creation, namely: development of its content, organization, thematic parts, principles of description and representation of mapping objects, creation of appropriate GIS, visualization of spatial and attributive data, etc., are defined.

Electronic Services for Public Facilities An applied study of the principle of changing the rules governing Palestinian public facilities.

This research deals with the issue of electronic services provided by some public facilities in Palestine, as it has been addressed within one of the most important foundations of administrative law related to changing the provisions of the management of public facilities according to variables and circumstances. This research links these services to the concept of modern digital management used to manage public facilities, and it presents an analysis of these services in Palestinian administrative law from the perspective of their legal legitimacy within administrative law. It also clarifies the nature of the services that can be provided through the electronic services clause and those that cannot be a substitute for that. It also provides a realistic analysis of the most important Palestinian public services that are provided by digital administration from through electronic services. The aim of this research is primarily to address the methods of managing some facilities and providing electronic services through them, and thus the relationship of providing these services electronically to the changes that occurred in the management of public facilities in Palestine due to the war, or due to the interruption of communication between cities as a result of the barriers placed by the Israeli occupation, especially in the West Bank. Western and the resulting impossibility of providing services in person in most public facilities. The researcher used the analytical method in this research to analyze the principles that govern the management of public facilities in accordance with the rules of administrative law, as well as jurisprudence and comparative and Palestinian jurisprudence to reach a set of results, the most important of which is the legitimacy of providing public services through the electronic services system, and that there is a group of services with Privacy, such as treatment, interviews, etc., cannot in any way be provided as electronic services, and there is room to develop some services to be provided electronically after processing them legally, such as litigation and employment services, licensing services, etc. The research also reached a set of recommendations, the most important of which is developing the government electronic services system in Palestine through legislative and technological support. The trend towards supporting electronic services in the judicial authority by supporting electronic litigation and other recommendations.