“Climates” of constitutional amendments

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to present the impact of metaphorical “climates” on understanding and modifying the content of the constitution, which has its source in natural phenomena and social and political events around the world which shape the new thinking and sometimes result in altering the text and/or interpreting the fundamental laws. Although it emphasises their importance as acts that guarantee stability, it also shows that one must think of the future and take actions where a change is necessary. Some examples from EU countries may prove helpful in this regard. Usually these are very complex situations, requiring the involvement of all spheres of life and the functioning of state institutions and bodies. The unsatisfactory pace of changes results from caution and the need for forward thinking.