Government Agrees on Successor Regulation for Family Benefits for Ukrainians

According to the ministry, Ukrainians will only receive family benefits in the future if they work or are available to the labor market. The family allowance will be granted in addition to basic services, which remain accessible to all displaced persons. Furthermore, displaced persons can be active in the Austrian labor market from the first day, emphasized Plakolm.

Exceptions Planned for Family Benefits for Ukrainians

Ukrainians have been receiving protection in Austria since the beginning of the war of aggression, said the minister. "That is beyond question, and we continue to stand by that. At the same time, it is clearer today than ever that Austria needs to spend less." According to Plakolm, exceptions are planned for those under 18, over 65, and recipients of increased family allowance with significant disabilities. Previously, the UN Refugee Agency UNHCR had urged a swift extension of family allowance for Ukrainian refugee children.

(APA/Red)

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