Collective Responsibility of the Cabinet

All measures taken by the Prince in urgent matters must be adopted collectively by the Cabinet Council. This means that all ministers share responsibility for the decisions made. Once these measures are adopted, they must be submitted for approval to the National Assembly at its earliest session.

A special provision of the Constitution strictly forbids the introduction of new taxes or duties through these emergency regulations. Only the National Assembly has the authority to impose or change taxes.

Government Regulations and Decrees

The Government may issue measures and regulations to ensure the proper application of laws. These regulations must first receive the approval of the Prince. After approval, they are published in the Official Journal as decrees, which gives them legal force. This system ensures that laws are applied consistently, while maintaining oversight by both the Crown and the legislative body Istanbul Day Tour.

Judiciary Prerogatives of the Crown

The Prince also holds judicial powers, which include:

Right of Pardon – The Prince can reduce or cancel punishments for convicted persons. No capital punishment can be carried out unless approved by the Prince, who may replace it with a lighter sentence.

Right of Amnesty – Amnesty can only be granted through a special law, which requires the joint sanction of the Prince and the National Assembly.

All law courts in Bulgaria issue their decisions in the name of the Prince, reflecting the central role of the Crown in the administration of justice.

Hereditary Monarchy and Regency

The royal title is hereditary, passed in the direct male line. The heir attains majority at 18 years old. If the heir succeeds to the throne before reaching majority, a regency council exercises the royal powers during his minority. The regency consists of three members, who must be current or former ministers or members of the Supreme Court, and are appointed by the Grand National Assembly.

Civil List of the Prince

The Constitution sets the Civil List of the Prince at one million francs per year, ensuring financial support for the royal household while maintaining transparency and accountability.