Living wage increased in Belarus
The Council of Ministers has increased the living wage today, on August 1.
The living wage has been increased by 10% – to 1 million 343 thousand 420 roubles. It will total 1 million 505 thousand 230 roubles for able-bodied citizens and 1 million 143 thousand 760 roubles for pensioners starting from August.
Thus, the minimal pensions will also be increased on Friday. Some of the socials security payments to families with children will also be increased, BelaPAN reports.
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