The government will pay for utilities at evacuation points
In Ukraine, the procedure for compensating for utilities at evacuation points for internally displaced persons (IDPs) has been approved.
This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a post by Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko on Facebook.
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Who the compensation mechanism is aimed at
“The government has approved the procedure for compensating for utilities at IDP evacuation points,” the head of the Cabinet of Ministers said.
She explained that a clear compensation mechanism is being introduced for owners or tenants:
- evacuation collection points;
- intermediate points;
- transit centers;
- reception points.
“Where evacuated people stay until further relocation or resettlement,” Svyrydenko clarified.
What expenses will the state compensation cover
According to the information from the head of the government, the state compensation will cover the cost of consumed utilities:
- heating;
- water;
- electricity.
As well as expenses for:
- liquefied gas;
- solid and liquid household heating fuel.
How to apply and when to expect payment
Svyrydenko reported that applications for such compensation can now be submitted online – through a personal account on the electronic services portal of the Pension Fund of Ukraine (PFU).
“Compensation payments will be made monthly by the 25th,” the Prime Minister emphasized.
Svyrydenko’s post (screenshot: facebook.com/yulia.svyrydenko)
According to Svyrydenko, the National Social Service of Ukraine (NSSU) and its territorial bodies will ensure control over the payment disbursement.
“The state continues to systematically support people who have been forced to leave their homes, as well as those who provide them with temporary shelter,” the head of the government concluded.
Recall that we previously reported who among Ukrainians is guaranteed assistance from the UN (payments up to 10,800 hryvnias or food).
Additionally, we explained how food will be distributed to those in need instead of being disposed of.
Also read why women in Ukraine actually have fewer opportunities than men.
