The electoral deposit is reduced for political parties and increased for alliances. As clarified in the 2016 Joint Opinion, para 67, it should be borne in mind that the amount of the electoral deposit should not create an unreasonable barrier to candidacy. The decrease of such amount to be paid is reduced only to a small extent, still bearing a risk that it hinders some political parties with noticeable support from registering candidates. Although the amendment goes in the right direction, it is recommended to reduce the deposit even further. The same comment applies to the local elections (Article 112.3.1 and Article 134. 3.7).