Legal basis of the relationship between the welfare state and sustainable development

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between the concepts of sustainable development and the welfare state, which are crucial for the modern legal system and social development. The author examines the basic principles of sustainable development, which combines economic growth, social justice and environmental safety. The author emphasises that sustainable development should not be limited to economic aspects only, but should also include the integration of environmental and social standards. The author examines the concept of the welfare state, which provides for equal access of citizens to social benefits, protection of human rights and ensuring social justice. The author analyses the legal framework that facilitates the combination of social policy and environmental responsibility of the State. In particular, the author examines international legal acts that lay the basis for harmonisation of these concepts at the national level. The author examines the regulatory and legal mechanisms that facilitate the implementation of the concept of sustainable development in social policy and analyses the role of state institutions in achieving this balance. An important aspect is the consideration of environmental law as a component of sustainable development, which determines the responsibility of the state for ensuring the environmental safety of citizens. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of international agreements, such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which define a common vector for countries in the direction of integrating environmental and social standards. The results obtained indicate that sustainable development and the welfare state are complementary concepts that require effective legal regulation and an integrated approach to the implementation of public policy. The author offers recommendations for improving the legal mechanisms for ensuring a balance between economic, social and environmental aspects of sustainable development. The analysis confirms the need to constitutionally enshrine the principles of sustainable development and social justice, which will contribute to the creation of a harmonious society.