According to the latest data, there are already 658 people infected with coronavirus in Russia. Their number is growing steadily. On March 25, Vladimir Vladimirovich made an official appeal on the pandemic. He told what measures will be taken to prevent the spread of infection. That's not all, the president announced support measures for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as for families with children.
Vladimir Vladimirovich noted that everyone can influence the situation in the country. He asked to be conscious and wait out this period at home. Putin recommended to pay close attention to the recommendations of medical workers and authorities.
We bring to your attention the main theses of the appeal.
About weekend week
The President of the Russian Federation announced that next week (from March 28 to April 5) will be non-working... Most importantly, wages must be preserved. He has already signed the decree, but this does not concern everyone. Polyclinics, hospitals, banks, grocery stores, organizations performing urgent work (to eliminate threats to the life of the population, repairs) will work as before.
The President hopes that this measure will be effective. There is no other way to prevent the spread of the disease, so you should forget about your own benefit and take all the necessary measures. This is especially true for business owners who are not ready to lose money.
About business support
However, most companies will not be left without support. Of course, not everyone will be "lucky", but only those organizations that have been hardest hit by the coronavirus. This can hardly be called luck, but additional support measures in this situation will definitely not be superfluous.
The President offered to provide such companies deferral of taxes for the next six months... VAT is not included in these taxes. Also, organizations will be able to receive deferral of loans and contributions to social funds... The Russian leader announced that a reduced rate of insurance premiums would be introduced for employees of small and medium-sized businesses. 15% instead of 30% on the amount of wages exceeding the minimum wage. Introduced ban on filing bankruptcy petitions and collection of fines by creditors. The term is the same - 6 months.
About benefits
Great news for those who receive benefits or other benefits that have benefits. In the next six months, they will be extended automatically, citizens will not have to collect certificates and go to the authorities. The President did not forget about payments for children from 3 to 7 years old... It was planned that they will begin to be paid after July 1. Vladimir Vladimirovich proposed to speed up all organizational enterprises. The term will be shortened by 30 days, and the first payments will be available in June.
The President ordered the payments for veterans for the 75th anniversary of the Great Victory. They should be received in April, before the holidays.
Support for certain categories of citizens
Vladimir Vladimirovich noted that first of all it is necessary help families with children... He announced the figure of 5 thousand rubles. Every family eligible for maternity capital will be able to receive it. The payment will be made within 3 months.Citizens have many questions about this support measure; details are not yet known.
The unemployment benefit will also increase... Unfortunately, there are many such people who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus. The amount of the payment will be 12 130 rubles. The President proposed increase the rate of sick leave payments, it will be equal to the minimum wage.
About loans and deposits
Citizens whose income has decreased by more than a third will be able to expect to receive vacation on mortgage or consumer loans... Of course, this only applies to those categories that have been affected by the pandemic. Moreover, each situation should be considered as soon as possible.
Measures on deposits will be tightened. Deposits over 1 million rubles will be taxed at 13% from the amount of the deposit. There are few such depositors, only 1%. The tax amounts will be regarded as additional budget revenues. They will be used to pay families with children and unemployed citizens. Another source of income will appear - tax on interest and dividends that go to offshore jurisdictions abroad... Now the rate is 2%, Putin suggested raising it to 15%.
About the Constitution
Most residents of the country are worried about the upcoming voting (on amendments to the Constitution)due on April 22nd. The President postponed it indefinitely. He did not name the exact date, it will be chosen later. At the moment, the main thing is the health, safety and life of people.