Kyiv Approves One-Time 50,000 Hryvnia Payout for Families of Fallen Rescuers and Medics.

Financial Aid for Families of Fallen Workers

According to Novyny.live: On February 10, the Kyiv City Council passed a measure to provide financial support to the families of personnel killed while responding to emergencies caused by Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine. The decision was approved with 81 deputies voting in favor.

The approved resolution provides for a one-time, targeted payment of 50,000 hryvnias to the families of the deceased. This aid will be granted to the families of workers who lost their lives within Kyiv's territory while performing their official duties. The support applies to:

• emergency service personnel;
• medical workers;
• municipal utility service employees;
• and other services that performed their functions under emergency conditions.

Olesia Zubrytska, a representative of the Kyiv City Council: 'With this decision, we, on behalf of Kyiv's residents, once again express our gratitude, pay tribute to the fallen, and provide financial support to their families.'

This move underscores the city administration's commitment to supporting the families of those who gave their lives in the fight for the safety and well-being of citizens. Such financial assistance is a critical form of recognition for first responders who operate under extreme duress during the ongoing conflict.

The resolution represents a significant step in acknowledging and supporting those who risk their lives for the safety of others. It also demonstrates the social responsibility of the authorities during difficult times, when many people lose loved ones due to aggression and emergencies. The financial support for the families of the deceased can provide essential aid for their recovery and help meet basic needs during a profoundly challenging period.