Payments of 50 thousand for a child may be canceled: the key reason has been named

The government plans to increase the allowance for newborns

Ukrainian parents may have their lives simplified by being allowed to receive 50 thousand hryvnias for each newborn child. Last summer, former Prime Minister Denis Shmyhal announced an initiative to increase the amount of the allowance, which currently stands at only 10.3 thousand hryvnias.

It is expected that the increase in the one-time payment will be the largest in the history of Ukraine. This amount may help parents buy everything necessary for a newborn.

Expenses for a child:

• Baby crib - from 5 to 10 thousand hryvnias
• Stroller - from 10 to 20 thousand hryvnias
• Car seat - from 3 to 7 thousand hryvnias
• Changing table - from 2 to 5 thousand hryvnias
• Clothes and diapers for the first months
• Hygiene products and toys

However, plans to increase the allowance may face obstacles due to political nuances. The draft law was not considered in parliament before the resignation, so it will have to return to the Cabinet of Ministers.

'If the new composition does not sign the documents - they will simply end up 'in the drawer' - explains economist Oleg Pendzin.

Economists argue about the feasibility of increasing payments. There is an opinion that the state should direct funds to other sectors, not just to material aid for parents. There is also a risk of turning the birth of children into 'Kid Hacking'.

The decision to increase the allowance depends on the new government and theVerkhovna Rada. Whether they will sign the draft law or not - time will tell. For now, this is just a promise, and families will continue to receive the current payments.

Also, let us remind you, low-income families in Kyiv will receive new support.

An increase in the newborn allowance in Ukraine could be a significant step in alleviating the financial burden on parents and providing better conditions for infants. However, there is justified criticism regarding the potential consequences and the need to balance government spending across different areas of social protection.