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Happy National Unity Day!!!
Happy National Unity Day! People of many nationalities live in our country. On this day especially, we wish us all strength of spirit, unity among nations, stability and confidence, and above all, peaceful skies overhead.
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Happy 1 September!
1 September is Knowledge Day and the start of a new school year. May this day not be a cause for sadness, but be remembered for long-awaited happy reunions, lively laughter, new acquaintances and an awakening thirst for…
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Novosibirsk residents warned of new rules for children leaving Russia
From 20 January 2026, children under 14 will need an international passport for foreign travel.
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Novosibirsk residents may use maternity capital for nanny services
Women in Novosibirsk needing help with childcare may use maternity capital for nanny services, the regional Social Fund press office reported. Funds may be used for these purposes…
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Happy Day of Family, Love and Fidelity
Happy Day of Family, Love and Fidelity! Family is the most valuable treasure people can have in life. No dazzling career or mountains of gold can replace a loved one's support, a child's smile or a warm embrace. We want…
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Happy Russia Day!
Happy Russia Day to our close-knit family! May our home be full of warmth like the homeland's boundless expanses, and may love and harmony grow stronger like the country's might. Today celebrates unity, and no bond is stronger than our family!
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Happy Great Victory Day!
Happy Victory Day! Today we remember those who fought for our freedom and independence and gave their lives for future generations. Veterans’ heroism is immortal; their spirit and courage are an example to us all. May every…
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Happy 1 May!
Today is Labour Day! Happy May Day, my dear friends! On this beautiful, warm spring day, we wish you many joyful smiles, refreshing rest, fun and success in everything. May our lives be easy and positive. And…
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Schoolteachers' retraining will now take place in municipal and state organisations
A law aimed at improving teachers’ continuing education was supported by a majority of deputies. Experts estimate that almost 7,000 organisations provided retraining services for teaching staff in 2023…
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The State Duma consistently works on decisions aimed at protecting children's health.
Ban on energy-drink sales to minors. From March, selling non-alcoholic stimulating drinks, including energy drinks, to minors is prohibited throughout Russia. Previously this applied only in some regions. If…
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Work with the non-profit sector and development of forensic laboratories discussed at a meeting of Russia’s Ministry of Justice board
Justice Minister Konstantin Chuychenko identified key tasks in working with non-profit organizations: reducing bureaucratic burdens and simplifying administrative regulation. More than 219,000 non-profit organizations currently operate in Russia: already…
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Happy International Women’s Day!
International Women’s Day is a special holiday. It symbolises the beginning of spring and offers a wonderful opportunity to express love, admiration and gratitude to all women: mothers, grandmothers, wives, friends and colleagues. On this…
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Laws taking effect in March
— Protecting children’s health. Russia will ban the sale to minors of non-alcoholic tonic drinks, including energy drinks. Previously, these measures applied only in some regions. Russian regions will be able to restrict sale times and…
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Happy Defender of the Fatherland Day!
Happy Defender of the Fatherland Day! Wishing you good health, a lively spirit and courage, with strength for everything. May peaceful, clear skies be above you, with peace of mind, success in work, love and warmth at the family…
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The one-off childbirth benefit is among the social payments, benefits and compensation increased in February.
Here are five useful facts: 1. The payment amount is determined on the child’s birth date. 2. One parent of a newborn receives the benefit in any region, regardless of income and employment. 3. If…
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Which laws take effect in February?
Maternity capital will rise by 9.5%, with a maximum of 912,000 rubles. Fulfilling all social obligations and supporting families with children are state priorities. By presidential decision, indexation of social…
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Processing times for applications to use maternity capital may be halved
The relevant bill has been submitted to the State Duma. If adopted, such requests will be considered within five working days rather than 10. This will help parents access the state support they are entitled to more quickly…
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Child tax deductions have doubled
Conditions. If you have a child, you are entitled to a deduction reducing personal income tax. It applies until age 18, or up to 24 for full-time university students. Deduction amount. For the first child…
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All children will have equal opportunities for holidays in sanatoriums and children’s camps
The relevant law took effect this month. Regional authorities can now set quotas to allow children with disabilities to attend municipal and state health camps. These quotas will be distributed…
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A law strengthening protection of children from potentially dangerous gas-containing products has been passed.
We previously discussed the need to protect minors from substance abuse involving lighters, lighter refill canisters and other gas-containing household items, as well as accidental fires and other tragic…
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All-Russian round table: Current Issues in Forensic Psychological and Psychiatric Examinations in Fraud Cases
On 21 January 2025, N. A. Vysotskaya took part in the round table Current Issues in Forensic Psychological and Psychiatric Examinations in Fraud Cases. The organisers included the Faculty of Law of Moscow State University (the department…
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The employment rights of people entitled to free legal aid will be defended in court free of charge.
Deputies adopted the bill at first reading. The changes concern legal bureaus and advocates in the state free legal aid system. Once adopted, they will not only…
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The State Duma adopted at first reading the initiative extending maternity capital until 31 December 2030.
“The bill extending maternity capital implements the President’s Address to the Federal Assembly, so it was considered as a priority at the first plenary session of the session,” noted…
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How payments increased in 2025
Minimum wage: in the new year, it will be RUB 22,440 per month. Consequently, some payments have increased, including maternity and sick-leave benefits. Subsistence minimum: its nationwide per capita amount…
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Happy upcoming New Year!
In the days before New Year, we have a special faith that our world should become better and kinder, and that happiness and success will surely reach every home and family. I am certain we can give our loved ones the most…
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Liability increases for involving minors in crimes and antisocial acts.
The State Duma passed the law at third reading. Involving someone under 14 in a crime, or similar actions involving two or more… will become an aggravating element increasing criminal liability.
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Bill improving educational work in children's holiday camps passed at first reading
A bill to improve educational work in children’s holiday camps has been adopted at first reading. ‘Once the law is adopted, a unified educational programme will be created for children’s holiday camps. It is important that children will…’
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We have begun considering bills to protect minors from tobacco and nicotine-containing products
We have begun considering bills to protect minors from tobacco and nicotine-containing products, including vapes, electronic cigarettes, tobacco, hookahs, nasvay and snus. Their use…
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Happy Lawyer’s Day!
Dear colleagues! Today I wish you confidence in every decision and joy in your achievements. May your work be rewarding and inspire new accomplishments! Today I wish you good health and good luck in…
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Happy Mother’s Day!!!
"Mother is our home, protection and foremost guardian angel. Mother's Day is therefore a special celebration that reminds us of our dearest and most loved person, wherever we are. On this day we want to thank every mother on the planet for…
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Psychologist’s Day!
Happy Psychologist’s Day in Russia! May you successfully help others understand their problems, and help yourself find inspiration, create something beautiful, believe in your good fortune and achieve your most important victories…
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Notaries will inform heirs of the deceased's outstanding loans
The law has been passed by the State Duma. Under the law, an estate includes both the deceased person’s property and debts. Heirs are liable for those debts in proportion to their share of the inheritance. Previously, however, there was no procedure for informing them…
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International Speech Therapist’s Day in 2024!
International Speech Therapist’s Day celebrates specialists who help people improve speech and communication skills. Also observed in Russia, it falls on 14 November—in 2024, the date falls on…
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Mentors who help new specialists adapt to the workplace will receive official status in legislation and additional guarantees.
The Labour Code will introduce the term ‘workplace mentoring’. An employee performs mentoring at the employer’s instruction with the employee’s written consent. Its duration and conditions will be set out in the employment contract or an additional…
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Today we will consider several bills aimed at protecting children, families and traditional values.
To protect children from potential dangers, we are introducing a ban on adoption or guardianship by citizens of foreign countries permitting gender reassignment. The West’s policies towards children are destructive. In 10 European countries…
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Happy National Unity Day!
Happy National Unity Day! We wish you mutual respect and kindness, understanding and mercy, sincere relationships and generosity. May our people remember our roots, our achievements, our land and our great…
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A law has been passed ensuring children do not lose maintenance for the entire period when a court order is cancelled.
When maintenance is not paid voluntarily, a court order is often used as a convenient way to recover the debt. It is issued only under certain conditions and is easier and quicker to obtain than going through full court…
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Happy Father’s Day!
This celebration entered our lives relatively recently. Yet the father's role in creating strong families has been vitally important since ancient times. Women today speak of men's significance in life and call for protection of fatherhood. It is good that today we all…
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State Duma deputies adopted at first reading several budget-related bills, including an increase in the minimum wage from next year.
‘From 1 January 2025, the minimum wage will rise by almost 17% to 22,440 rubles. This increase will affect around 4.2 million working citizens,’ said State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin. He stressed that ‘a gradual, annual increase…’
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A law combating migrants’ sham marriages, paternity and maternity has been passed.
407 deputies voted in favour, none against, and none abstained. A temporary residence permit outside the quota or a residence permit will now be available no earlier than three years after marriage or…
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Parents' rights at work
Transfer to another job. Women with children under one and a half who cannot perform their previous work are transferred to another job at their request. Their pay must be no lower than their average earnings in…
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Happy Teacher’s Day!
Dear teachers!!! Happy Teachers' Day, this wonderful celebration. May you always retain in your hearts a love for your challenging but so important and necessary teaching profession. May the love and respect of your… give you strength.
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It is proposed to increase the period of marriage to a Russian citizen required for a temporary residence permit in Russia to three years.
The period of marriage to a Russian citizen required to obtain a temporary residence permit in Russia is proposed to be extended to three years. The amendment has been submitted to the State Duma, its author, Duma Chairman Vyacheslav…
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Key provisions of the law on work education and discipline
New subjects. From 1 September 2024, practical work lessons became compulsory in primary and middle school. In middle and upper grades, Fundamentals of Safety and Defence of the Homeland will replace Fundamentals of Life Safety. It will combine the course…
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Happy Knowledge Day!
1 September is a holiday close to everyone in their own way. For pupils and students it brings anticipation of discoveries, experiences and meetings with friends and favourite teachers. For adults it is forever linked with the warmest…
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Maternity benefits in 2024
A quick guide for expectant mothers
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How to change your clinic
You may change your clinic once a year if you wish. Moving to another region or explaining your reason is not required.
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This month laws took effect banning distribution of materials defined as "trash streams".
Which videos have been banned? The new laws concern information that insults human dignity and public morality, shows clear disrespect for society, or depicts acts bearing signs of illegality, including…
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The Government approved recommended requirements for organising and providing early intervention for children and families.
A resolution has been signed setting unified approaches across Russia to organising and providing early assistance for children from birth to three and their families who may need such services. These services are needed by: *…
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The State Duma will soon consider Criminal Code amendments increasing punishment for involving children in crimes through the internet
The State Duma will soon begin considering Criminal Code amendments increasing punishment for involving children in crimes through the internet. The forthcoming bill proposes additions to Criminal Code Article 150, ‘Involving…’
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22 August is the Day of the State Flag of the Russian Federation
“The national flag embodies our country’s great history, the unity and heroism of our multinational people. Choosing sovereign development, we firmly and consistently defend national interests and protect traditional…
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Adults’ responsibility
Next month, consideration will begin of a bill strengthening liability for involving minors in crimes. Because of their trustfulness, children and teenagers cannot fully understand the whole…
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How the new payment for families with children will work
Main conditions. The new payment will be available to working parents, adoptive parents, guardians and custodians with two or more children. It is provided to Russian citizens permanently residing in Russia who are…
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How to spend maternity capital on education
What education can maternity capital pay for? It can pay for children's education at institutions of any level, from kindergarten to university. It can also cover accommodation in a dormitory provided by an educational institution and maintenance…
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An expanded meeting of the State Duma Council on children’s holidays and health recreation was held under the chairmanship of Vyacheslav Volodin.
Heads of relevant State Duma committees, ministries and agencies took part in the discussion. The main cause of problems with children's recreational health holidays is the lack of a unified, effective organisational system, according to…
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Major laws of the State Duma's sixth session
Extension of the mortgage repayment support programme for large families. Families whose third or subsequent child is born between 1 January 2019 and 31 December 2030 will be able to receive RUB 450,000 towards their mortgage. At the same time…
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Teachers will have more time to interact with children
State Duma deputies adopted the relevant law. Russia has already adopted and implemented a document reducing teachers' bureaucratic workload. They must submit only five documents instead of 49, while all…
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Your rights on maternity leave or a maternity-cover position
Maternity leave and work: what to know
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Strengthening traditional values has been added to the aims of volunteering. The law was passed by the State Duma.
This means volunteers in this field will receive all support measures available to volunteers. For example, they will be able to claim payment or reimbursement of certain expenses needed to carry out voluntary activities…
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The remaining maternity capital may be received as a one-off payment
Have you not used all your maternity capital, with no more than RUB 10,000 remaining? You can receive the balance as a one-off payment this summer. The bill passed second reading yesterday and today is scheduled…
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From 15 to 19 July, Natalya Anatolyevna Vysotskaya completed a placement at the F. A. Usoltsev Central Clinical Psychiatric Hospital (TsKPB).
From 15 to 19 July, Natalya Anatolyevna Vysotskaya completed an internship at the F. A. Usoltsev Central Clinical Psychiatric Hospital. F. A. Usoltsev Central Clinical Psychiatric Hospital…
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Vladimir Putin proposed paying families the unused balances of maternity capital
"After people spend most of their maternity capital, a small balance remains that seems impossible to use. People must be allowed to use the remaining money. Let us first…
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Advantages of registered marriage
More than love. Spouses have rights and obligations that continue until the marriage is dissolved. Their rights are equal, and all matters of motherhood, fatherhood, children's education and so on are decided on the principle of equality. But…
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HAPPY DAY OF FAMILY, LOVE AND FIDELITY!
Family is the most precious thing on earth. On Family Day, we wish you lasting love through the years and the preservation of your brightest feelings. May your family home remain warm and bright, and fidelity be the foundation of your relationship. Peace and warmth of spirit…
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Happy Russia Day!
On 12 June, our country celebrates one of its most important national holidays, Russia Day. It marks the adoption of the Declaration of State Sovereignty, signed in 1990. For many…
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Children must be protected from harmful information and damaging online content
State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin said this during the plenary session. “Every child uses a device. It would be right to do everything possible so this content encourages goodness and kindness and strengthens moral qualities, rather than…
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Deputies supported extending large-family mortgage repayment assistance to 2030
"The bill was prepared to implement President Vladimir Putin's Address to the Federal Assembly. The head of state set the task of ensuring that large families whose third or subsequent child was born could receive from…
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Novosibirsk graduates will be able to retake the Unified State Exam for the first time
For the first time, graduates in Novosibirsk will be able to retake the Unified State Exam in one subject before university admissions begin. At an operational meeting on 20 May, Governor Andrei Travnikov recalled President Vladimir Putin’s instruction…
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Child benefit rules in Novosibirsk will change from 1 June 2024
These changes mainly affect parents receiving child support.
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Family mortgage
The family mortgage rate should double from 1 July, Russian Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov said. The increase will not apply to everyone, but will depend on the child’s age.
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Russia will introduce a public register of persistent maintenance defaulters
Maintenance non-payment cannot be hidden
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Happy Victory Day!
Happy Victory Day, this great celebration! Wishing you a bright spirit, happiness and health. Share the purity of your thoughts with your children and grandchildren, and rejoice in heart and soul. Honour the people's heroic achievement, preserve historical memory and pass it…
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Happy Spring and Labour Day!
Peace. Labour. May. These three words still warm the soul. As spring's final month arrives, many recall May Day demonstrations and the joy with which workers marched in their enterprises' columns, and…
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Happy 8 March!
Dear ladies, heartfelt congratulations on the wonderful holiday of 8 March! On this beautiful day, we wish that smiles never leave your faces, the sun shines more brightly and spring always lives in your hearts. Bring joy and…
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Vyacheslav Volodin described the laws taking effect from March 2024
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Happy 23 February!!!
Dear, irreplaceable men, happy 23 February! We greatly appreciate your strength, steadfast protection and remarkable endurance. May good fortune always accompany you, and may love and prosperity reign in your families…
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Ways to use maternity capital
As is customary, maternity capital increased this month.
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Laws entering into force in February
Vyacheslav Volodin spoke about laws taking effect in February. Maternity capital and several other social payments will be indexed from this month. ‘Maternity capital will be 630,400 rubles for the second child. In addition, more than… will rise by 7.4%’
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The President signed a decree on the federal status of large families and their entitlement to support
The document defines a large family as one with three or more children, with this status granted indefinitely. Social support will continue until the eldest child turns 18, or 23 provided…
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Main rules of the unified child payment in 2024
Since last year, Russia has had a unified child benefit. Here are its conditions: the child and parents must have Russian citizenship; the child must be under 17; pregnant women may also qualify; income per family member…
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Payment rules for children under three in 2024
Payment conditions. Since 2023, a monthly maternity capital payment for children under three is available for a child of any birth order, not just the first or second as previously. Income per family member must not…
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Which laws will take effect in January 2024?
During the outgoing year 2023, the State Duma adopted 694 laws. One in four—172 in total—was socially oriented. Helping people and addressing social issues are an unquestioned priority. Some of these laws take effect at the start of the new…
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HAPPY FORTHCOMING NEW YEAR 2024!
Dear friends, colleagues, clients and partners! Happy forthcoming New Year 2024! May the New Year bring you prosperity, fulfil your cherished dreams, strengthen your faith in the future, and bring success in all your endeavours…
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Regional family capital in Novosibirsk will increase from 1 January
From 1 January 2024, Novosibirsk Region will increase regional family capital paid when a third child is born or adopted. The certificate will be indexed in the new year to RUB 146,700. This was…
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The State Duma adopted a law on new conditions for maternity capital
From the new year, it will be issued only to people who already held Russian citizenship when the child was born or adopted, provided the child is a Russian citizen by birth. Article 13 of the Law on Citizenship of the Russian…
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Parents will retain child benefits when returning early from childcare leave
The State Duma adopted at third reading laws preserving parents' monthly childcare benefit if they return from leave before the child reaches one and a half. Retaining the childcare benefit in…
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Amendments to the Law ‘On Education’ adopted
Mobile phones are prohibited during lessons except in emergencies. This decision will improve the quality of our children’s education. Practical labour lessons have returned to schools as a compulsory subject. Labour education is an integral…
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The Speaker of the State Duma instructed that a request on school meals be sent to Rospotrebnadzor.
“Let us ask the Health Protection Committee and the Oversight Committee to send enquiries to Rospotrebnadzor so it monitors school meal quality. This must remain permanently on its agenda,”…
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New maternity capital eligibility conditions may appear in Russia
Maternity capital will be available only for children who hold Russian citizenship by birth. Deputies adopted this initiative at first reading. The law currently requires both the maternity capital recipient and the child to hold Russian…
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What will the minimum wage be in 2024?
Next year the minimum wage will be 19,242 rubles. The law was adopted at third reading.
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Amendments to the Education Law passed their first reading today.
We previously discussed two issues with you: banning phones during lessons and children’s labour education. Deputies decided to revise the bill to reflect your proposals. Amendments at second reading: 1. Phones…
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The State Duma chairman urged deputies to support children of special military operation participants
He believes that, for example, parliamentarians can help them with university dormitories and other social issues in their electoral districts. ‘Let us each look in our electoral districts at where the children of participants in the special…’
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The State Duma passed bills at first reading preserving parents’ entitlement to monthly childcare benefit.
‘The bills were prepared on instructions from President Vladimir Putin. This decision will provide additional support to families with children, especially young mothers,’ State Duma Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin noted. ‘Women often…’
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Pupils may be banned from using phones during lessons
A bill strengthening school discipline has been submitted to the State Duma.
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Bills have been submitted to the State Duma to retain the benefit for a child under one and a half when the parent returns early from childcare leave.
The initiatives aim to provide financial support to working parents. Currently, entitlement to monthly childcare benefit is retained only if the person on childcare leave works on a part-time…
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Russia may introduce a register of maintenance defaulters
A separate register is proposed for persistent maintenance defaulters. It would include debtors held administratively or criminally liable and those on wanted lists. In addition, court…
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A bill imposing criminal penalties for involving children in smoking has been submitted to the Duma
Currently this is punishable by administrative fines, which are not always sufficient, the bill's authors believe. They therefore propose that involving minors in smoking cigarettes, vapes, hookahs, electronic cigarettes and so on…
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The Duma discussed textbook supplies in the regions
At the plenary session on 28 September, State Duma deputies discussed school textbook provision in the regions with Education Minister Sergey Kravtsov. The State Duma Chairman instructed that the minister be invited…
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How to use maternity capital for a child’s education
What education can maternity capital pay for? It can pay for children's education at institutions of any level, from kindergarten to university. It can also cover accommodation in a dormitory provided by an educational institution and maintenance…
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What is the "gold standard" of education?
What changed. Federal core education programmes for all subjects have replaced model programmes. This is the "gold standard" of children's knowledge: a level below which a child's education cannot fall, regardless of where they…
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Everything to know about free school meals
From 1 September 2023, primary pupils began receiving free meals in all schools nationwide.
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Education-related laws from the past parliamentary session
Combating excessive loanwords in Russian. The law permits foreign borrowings where there is no commonly used Russian equivalent. Standards of modern literary Russian and…
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Study demonstrates the harm of screen time for children
It does not matter whether a child watches entertainment clips or educational video lessons.
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Guide for parents of schoolchildren
What parents of school pupils should not pay for
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How to use maternity capital for a child's education
By presidential decision, opportunities to use maternity capital were expanded: parents may use it to pay for kindergartens, clubs, sports activities and university education, including those established by individual entrepreneurs…
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Law adopted on additional support for children with disabilities
Regions will be able to set quotas for inclusive holidays and distribute them among children's camps according to the availability of the necessary equipment and accommodation conditions for these children.
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Schools will teach a responsible attitude to work
The new law passed by deputies proposes adding a responsible attitude towards work to the concept of upbringing. Representatives of all parliamentary groups initiated it. “Teachers and parents ask deputies for labour education to once again…
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RUSSIANS WILL BE WARNED ABOUT DEBTS THEY MAY INHERIT
The State Duma is considering a bill requiring notaries handling inheritance cases to request information about the deceased's debts.
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Selling an apartment bought with maternity capital will become easier
More than half of families use maternity capital to buy an apartment. A bill has been submitted to the State Duma to resolve the resulting problems and simplify sales of apartments bought with a mortgage using maternity capital…
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HAPPY DAY OF FAMILY, LOVE AND FIDELITY!
With all our hearts, we congratulate you on the wonderful and important Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, and sincerely wish your family to remain strong and endlessly happy! We wish…
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It is important for a child to be raised in their birth family
State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin stated this at the Duma Council meeting.
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Children will learn to work from school age.
Schools will teach a responsible attitude to work
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Children of participants in the special military operation will have priority admission to kindergartens and schools.
The relevant law has been adopted by the State Duma. Children of deceased soldiers, including adopted children, will also receive this right.
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Why ban changing sex?
Russia’s Constitution contains no undefined or intermediate genders.
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Are master’s programmes fulfilling their purpose?
Minister Falkov called for major reforms in master's education
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VAPE SALES TO CHILDREN COMPLETELY BANNED
A law protecting children from smoking.
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LIST OF BENEFITS YOU CAN CLAIM
The news article explains benefits that can be claimed but that few people know about.
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NEW SCHOOL LAW TO PROTECT HEALTH AND PREVENT ACCIDENTS
Deputies unanimously adopted a law protecting children's health at school and preventing accidents.
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UNIVERSITY ADMISSION RULES FOR 2023
New university admission rules in 2023.
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EMPLOYMENT OF TEENAGERS WILL BE SIMPLIFIED
The law proposes allowing them to work part-time outside study hours
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HAPPY CHILDREN’S DAY
Childhood is a special country where magic happens as in a fairy tale, where life is free of sadness and worries and everything seems simple and interesting. Happy Children’s Day!
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WHICH LAWS TAKE EFFECT IN JUNE
Read the news article about laws entering into force in June 2023.
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BILL BANNING GENDER REASSIGNMENT SUBMITTED
Bill banning gender reassignment.
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HOW TO RECEIVE KINDERGARTEN COMPENSATION
If your child attends kindergarten, the state may reimburse part of the fees for supervision and care. The rules are quite simple, but may vary by region. Everything parents of preschoolers need to know about this…
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WHY DOES RUSSIA WANT TO BAN GENDER REASSIGNMENT?
Why a ban on changing sex is proposed in Russia.
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CHILDREN OF SPECIAL MILITARY OPERATION PARTICIPANTS TO RECEIVE PREFERENTIAL UNIVERSITY ADMISSION
The Speaker of the State Duma asked the Prime Minister of Russia to provide by law preferential university admission for participants in the special military operation. Vyacheslav Volodin also asked Mikhail Mishustin to consider admission without…
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WHO WILL FIND IT EASIER TO RECEIVE STATE ASSISTANCE?
New law on automatic payments.
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BILL TO DEVELOP A PROPER ATTITUDE TO WORK IN CHILDREN FROM SCHOOL AGE
Children will develop a proper attitude to work from school age.
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NEW BENEFIT FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN
Families with children can improve housing without unnecessary costs under a new State Duma law. Read more in the news feed.
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LAW ON STUDENT SUPPORT
The State Duma adopted a law supporting students.
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STANDARD CHILD TAX DEDUCTION: WHAT IS IT AND HOW TO CLAIM IT?
Standard child tax deduction: what it is and how to obtain it. The standard child deduction is an amount by which income is reduced when calculating the personal income tax base. Working parents may receive a monthly tax deduction for their…
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WHAT STATE SUPPORT CAN SPECIAL MILITARY OPERATION PARTICIPANTS' FAMILIES RECEIVE?
What state support can families of participants in the special military operation receive? If there has been no information about a participant’s whereabouts for six months, a court may declare them missing. This will help…
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CONGRATULATIONS ON THE APPROACHING VICTORY DAY
Dear customers, colleagues, clients and partners. Congratulations on the approaching holiday most important to us all—Great Victory Day! May the sky above us always be peaceful and every home filled with happiness and well-being.
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HELP FOR SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN
Several laws take effect in May 2023. One provides assistance to seriously ill children.
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BILL PASSED ON EQUAL ACCESS TO RECREATION AND REHABILITATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, HEALTH LIMITATIONS AND NO HEALTH LIMITATIONS
Last week the State Duma passed at first reading a bill ensuring equal access to recreation and rehabilitation for children with disabilities and health limitations alongside children who have no…
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THE COUNTRY'S DEVELOPMENT DEPENDS ON EDUCATION QUALITY
The country's development depends on education quality.
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HAPPY EASTER
Dear colleagues, clients and partners. Happy Easter to everyone! Peace and happiness to you and your loved ones.
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ONLINE CONSULTATION WITH A FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGIST/EXPERT AND FAMILY-DISPUTE LAWYER
Our centre offers online consultations with a forensic psychologist/expert and a family-dispute lawyer.
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DEBTORS WILL NOT BE LEFT WITHOUT FUNDS
Income equal to the subsistence minimum may not be debited from debtors. All you need to do is apply to the Federal Bailiff Service, including online, or to your bank. Read our explanation, which includes links to the relevant laws.
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COMPLETE BAN ON VAPE SALES TO MINORS INTRODUCED
DECISION MADE! A complete ban on selling vapes to minors has been introduced
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LAW IMPROVING TARGETED ADMISSION AND EDUCATION
On Wednesday, the State Duma adopted a law improving employer-sponsored admission and study. It is due to take effect on 1 May 2024. The new law will ensure a transparent procedure for sponsored study and open…
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THE STATE DUMA WILL FORM A JOINT WORKING GROUP WITH THE GOVERNMENT TO REFINE FAMILY CODE AMENDMENTS PROTECTING CHILDREN’S INTERESTS
The State Duma will form a joint working group with the Government to refine Family Code amendments aimed at protecting children's interests.
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STATE DUMA MAY PASS COMPLETE BAN ON VAPES FOR MINORS ON 11 APRIL
The State Duma may adopt a complete ban on vapes for minors on 11 April.
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SEVERAL PROVEN WAYS TO INFLUENCE A MAINTENANCE DEBTOR
Several proven ways to influence a maintenance debtor. Read more in the news article.
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MATERNITY CAPITAL AMOUNT IN 2023
What maternity capital amount is set for 2023?
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BILL ON PROTECTING THE FAMILY
‘Today the situation is paradoxical: when tragedy strikes a family—parents die or something else happens—relatives, grandparents and other family members cannot be given priority to keep the child with them. And the child…’
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8TH ALL-RUSSIAN SOCIAL PROJECT COMPETITION FOR CADET ORGANIZATION STUDENTS: ‘FOSTERING PATRIOTISM IN CADET CORPS’
From 13 to 16 March 2023, the 8th All-Russian social project competition for cadet organization students, ‘Fostering…’, took place at the St Petersburg Order of Zhukov Military Institute of the National Guard Troops…
ReadWHICH YOUNG PEOPLE WILL GET A GREEN LIGHT IN POLITICS?
Today the State Duma approved new Regulations on the Youth Parliament under the State Duma. Read more in the article.
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HAPPY 8 MARCH
Dear friends, colleagues, clients and partners. May this cheerful March day light a spark of love in your heart; may a spring flower awaken hope and a great wave of happiness arrive. May inspiration come with spring, and…
ReadPRESIDENT SIGNS LAW PROTECTING RUSSIAN FROM EXCESSIVE FOREIGN BORROWINGS
❗️ The President signed a law protecting Russian from excessive use of foreign borrowings.
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HAPPY DEFENDER OF THE FATHERLAND DAY
On this day we wish all men a sea of smiles, joy and warmth. We wish our defenders strength and an endless cup of kindness. May all hardships become trifles and everyone be proud of you today. May loved ones be beside you, saving you from…
ReadMATERNITY PAYMENTS IN 2023
Information on payments for expectant mothers. Clear formulas and current minimum and maximum payment amounts.
ReadRUSSIAN WILL BE PROTECTED FROM EXCESSIVE FOREIGN LOANWORDS
Read the news article: Russian will be protected from excessive foreign loanwords.
ReadINCREASE IN MATERNITY CAPITAL IN 2023
Social payments, benefits and compensation are traditionally indexed annually in February. The amount is calculated based on actual inflation over the previous year. This year, more than 40 forms of financial support will be indexed from 1 February…
ReadBILL EXEMPTING STUDENT FINANCIAL AID FROM PERSONAL INCOME TAX
Children without parental care, students with health limitations, members of low-income families and other vulnerable social groups may qualify for financial support while studying at university…
ReadPARENTS’ RIGHTS WHEN A CHILD IS IN HOSPITAL
This month a law expanded parents' rights when children are hospitalised. Close relatives of children with disabilities may now receive free meals and a bed beside the child in hospital. We explain the main rights in this…
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A NEW YEAR FAIRY TALE FOR CHILDREN 2023
On 5 January 2023, a children's charitable celebration of New Year and Christmas took place at the M. Gorky Palace of Culture, 40 Bogdan Khmelnitsky Street, Novosibirsk.
ReadTHE GOLD STANDARD OF EDUCATION
A law improving school education took effect in January. It introduces federal core education programmes, compulsory for some subjects. School textbooks will also be prepared according to…
ReadMAIN RULES OF THE UNIFIED CHILD PAYMENT IN 2023
Since 2023, child payments follow unified rules. We will help you understand whether you qualify. In brief: income per family member must not exceed the subsistence minimum; the zero-income rule and… apply.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Dear friends, colleagues, clients and partners! At Christmas, in the quiet of the night, happiness enters the home with the first star. Angels descend from heaven on snowflakes; the time of fairy tales and miracles arrives. May your soul become pure and bright…
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HAPPY UPCOMING NEW YEAR!
Dear friends, colleagues, clients and partners! Happy upcoming New Year 2023! May the New Year bring prosperity, fulfil your cherished dream, strengthen your faith in the future, and may success accompany every undertaking…
ReadFOREIGN NATIONALS ARE PROHIBITED FROM USING SURROGACY SERVICES IN RUSSIA
Foreign nationals are prohibited from using surrogacy services in Russia. ‘This will help prevent trafficking in our children and protect babies from situations in which they end up with same-sex couples or become victims of crimes…’
ReadWHAT WILL THE MINIMUM WAGE BE IN 2023?
The State Duma passed a law increasing the minimum wage. From 1 January next year, it should rise by 6.3% compared with 2022.
ReadFOREIGN AGENTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO EDUCATE MINORS
A law prohibiting foreign agents from educating children entered into force on 1 December.
ReadLAWS TAKING EFFECT IN DECEMBER
The right of children under guardianship in the same family to enrol in the same school or kindergarten, important changes to the law on foreign agents, the obligation for state authorities to maintain social media pages, and other December developments…
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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
May mothers never fall ill, shed bitter tears or grow old, but smile from the heart as their little ones grow. May their homes be abundant, always cosy, warm and bright, with kindness in every heart. May children bring joy…
ReadBAN ON PROMOTING NON-TRADITIONAL SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS
“Any propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations carries liability. Propaganda of paedophilia and gender reassignment is also banned. Fines will reach 10 million rubles,” State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin emphasised.
ReadHOW TO USE MATERNITY CAPITAL FOR EDUCATION
Unsure how to use maternity capital? A good option is your child’s education! It will also be possible without unnecessary paperwork. Deputies passed a law removing the need to provide the services contract…
ReadLABOUR EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS
Labour education in schools.
ReadMAJOR IMPROVEMENTS PROPOSED TO FOSTER PARENT TRAINING.
A change that will help improve the system for training foster parents.
ReadUNIFIED CONDITIONS FOR CHILD BENEFITS
❗ Unified conditions for child benefits will be introduced.
ReadHAPPY NATIONAL UNITY DAY
HAPPY NATIONAL UNITY DAY
ReadRUSSIAN WILL BE PROTECTED FROM FOREIGN BORROWINGS
Russian may have fewer borrowed words. A bill to this effect has been submitted to the State Duma.
ReadSUBSIDISED FAMILY MORTGAGE PROGRAMME EXTENDED
The subsidised Family Mortgage programme has been extended! ✔ Citizens whose first or subsequent child was born between 1 January 2018 and 31 December 2023 may now obtain a subsidised housing loan at up to 6% per year. ✔ When…
ReadBILL TO SIMPLIFY THE AWARD OF CHILD BENEFITS
BILL UNDER CONSIDERATION TO SIMPLIFY AWARDING CHILD BENEFITS
ReadPARLIAMENTARY HEARINGS RECENTLY HELD ON BANNING INFORMATION PROMOTING NON-TRADITIONAL SEXUAL RELATIONS
Parliamentary hearings recently took place on initiatives banning information promoting non-traditional sexual relationships. Representatives of parents, experts and religious… took part.
ReadHAPPY TEACHER’S DAY!
May great success await you in your noble work. Happy Teachers’ Day! May you be the very best. Inspiration, good health, strength and warmth of heart to you. May your work bring you nothing but joy!
ReadON TEACHER’S DAY, A REMINDER OF SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO TEACHERS
Teachers throughout the country celebrate their professional holiday today! Congratulations to our dear teachers, and a reminder of the support measures available to educators.
ReadHAPPY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR’S DAY TO ALL PRESCHOOL WORKERS
27 September is Russia’s nationwide Day of Preschool Teachers and All Preschool Workers, intended to encourage society to pay greater attention to kindergartens and preschool childhood.
ReadWHAT WILL RUSSIA’S GOLD STANDARD OF EDUCATION BE?
The law adopted by the State Duma will make quality education more accessible to children regardless of where they live, Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin noted. We explain how the changes will affect education quality…
ReadA UNIFIED EDUCATION STANDARD WILL BE INTRODUCED NATIONWIDE
THE COUNTRY WILL HAVE A UNIFIED EDUCATIONAL STANDARD. The State Duma passed the law at third reading. 1) Federal core education programmes will be introduced: a gold standard for the quality of children's knowledge. 2) For the development of textbooks and teaching aids…
ReadBILL INTRODUCING GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN SCHOOLS
A bill introducing unified general education programmes in schools has been adopted at first reading.
ReadPAYMENTS FOR CHILDREN UNDER THREE
Payments for mothers. Childcare benefit in Russia is paid until the baby turns one and a half. State support does not end there: families in need can also receive a payment until age three. Importantly, for…
ReadWHAT CHANGED FOR PROPERTY OWNERS FROM 1 SEPTEMBER
The article explains important changes for property owners from 1 September.
ReadYOUR RIGHTS ON MATERNITY LEAVE OR IN A MATERNITY-COVER POSITION
HOW DOES THE LABOUR CODE PROTECT AN EMPLOYEE ON MATERNITY LEAVE AND ONE WORKING IN A MATERNITY-COVER POSITION? 1) Is accepting a maternity-cover position risky? 2) Can you take maternity leave from it? 3) What happens if the employee returns from…
Read7 IMPORTANT LAWS FOR SCHOOLCHILDREN AND STUDENTS
To mark the start of the school year, we explain some important changes for schoolchildren, students and their parents.
ReadHAPPY KNOWLEDGE DAY
HAPPY 1 SEPTEMBER! May Knowledge Day become a new step in every pupil's life. For some it is their first, for others not, but what matters most is to start learning in good spirits and keep moving upwards. May this academic year…
ReadQUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT SCHOOL ADMISSIONS
The article answers questions about school enrolment
ReadWHAT TO KNOW ABOUT FREE SCHOOL MEALS
Primary school pupils in Russia receive free hot meals. Currently, 99.8% are covered. Meals must be of good quality and meet the standard. In this article, we explain how parents can influence the quality…
ReadA GUIDE FOR PARENTS OF SCHOOL PUPILS
Before the new school year, we explain whether parents must contribute to repairs, security and other school needs, and where to complain if the law is breached.
Read"OUR FLAG IS A SYMBOL OF FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE; IT UNITES PEOPLE"
22 August is National Flag Day of the Russian Federation.
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ZA UNITY
On 20 August 2022, the Divnogorsky residential complex hosted a patriotic military-sports event for National Flag Day.
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NEW WAYS TO SPEND MATERNITY CAPITAL
Providing a child's education is a popular way to invest these funds. The new law allows payment for kindergartens opened by individual entrepreneurs.
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MAJOR LAWS ADOPTED BY THE STATE DUMA
ONE IMPORTANT DECISION IS THE LAW ON LIFE IMPRISONMENT FOR PAEDOPHILES.
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WHAT TO DO IF CHILD SUPPORT IS NOT PAID
SEVERAL PROVEN WAYS TO INFLUENCE A MAINTENANCE DEBTOR. Read the article to find out how.
ReadNEW OFFICE OPENED
Dear friends, colleagues and clients! Our new office opened on 1 July 2022 at 50 Lenina Street, office 3. Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 11:00–19:00; Saturday, 11:00–17:00.
ReadCalculating maternity benefit
Maternity leave commonly refers to the period when an employee temporarily stops working because a child has arrived. We explain the benefits parents may receive during maternity and childcare leave.
ReadNew rules for child payments
More families will receive child benefits. From the new year, families with higher incomes can apply for payments for children under three. This is not the only change in this area.
ReadThe State Duma published a guide to child benefits for 2022.
Support for families in 2022
ReadNew child-support laws
Laws recently took effect settling the debate over whether partial payment of maintenance is a violation. It will no longer be possible to avoid liability by paying only part of the amount due. After all, no matter how…
ReadRe-registering benefits
The Pension Fund explained whether child and other benefits need to be re-registered
ReadSaving on mortgages in 2022
State programmes saving families money continue in 2022. They can substantially reduce your mortgage costs.
ReadProposal to add Crimes Against Family Members as an aggravating element to the Criminal Code
Confirmed. The Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation proposes adding a new qualifying element to certain articles of the Criminal Code.
ReadChanges to sick-leave payments
In 2022, the maximum and minimum sick leave benefit amounts and the calculation procedure changed.
ReadSaving on sport in 2022
From this year, sports activities also qualify for a tax deduction, so keep all receipts from gyms and sports clubs now.
ReadUniversity admission rules in 2022
Universities prepared admission rules for 2022
ReadJanuary laws
Laws taking effect in January
ReadPenalties for underpaying maintenance
From 10 January, penalties will apply for paying maintenance below the amount set by a court decision or a notarized agreement.
ReadDear friends!
Merry Christmas!
ReadNew procedure for sick leave and maternity benefit payments
Sick-leave and childcare benefits: without delays or applications!
ReadIncrease in social payments
Some benefits and payments will increase in 2022.
ReadLaw signed banning deductions of social payments for debts
Putin signed a law banning the use of social payments to repay debts.
ReadHappy New Year!
Dear friends, colleagues and visitors to my space in the virtual world! A new year is a new page in life. May it have no empty spaces; may it be filled with colours, memorable events and adventures. May the new year…
ReadSpecial payments will not be debited for debts
The State Duma passed a law preventing banks from debiting one-off benefits from your card to repay loans. Previously debited payments can also be recovered. This is fair, because the payments are intended to help…
ReadVolodin discusses laws entering into force in January
In the outgoing year, the State Duma adopted many laws important to Russians. Some take effect in the first month of the new year 2022.
ReadAdministrative liability for partial non-payment of maintenance
Confirmed. Administrative liability will now apply not only to refusal to pay maintenance for children or parents unable to work, but also to partial non-payment.
ReadIndexing maternity capital to actual inflation
Maternity capital in 2022 will be indexed on 1 February to the actual inflation rate of 2021. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the law today.
ReadFamily multifunctional centres
Russia will establish family multifunctional centres
ReadCitizens will be able to stop using paper medical insurance policies
Seeing a doctor and obtaining free medical care without bureaucracy: how the new law will help.
ReadMaternity capital will be indexed to actual inflation
From February 2022, maternity capital will be indexed to actual rather than forecast inflation.
ReadChanges to maternity capital amounts in 2022
Maternity capital in 2022 will be higher than planned because it will now be indexed to actual inflation. The State Duma has already adopted the law, bill No. 1219891-7.
ReadBill submitted to provide maternity capital to a father who used surrogacy
Bill No. 28410-8 has been submitted to the State Duma to provide maternity capital to a father who used surrogacy.
ReadReasoned judgment in case No. 5-KG21-107-K2
The Supreme Court highlighted nuances in determining a child's residence when one parent lives abroad
ReadRights during maternity leave or in a maternity-cover position
A child’s birth is undoubtedly a joyful event. There is no need to worry about employment rights: the state protects them.
ReadMaternity benefits will be calculated automatically from 2022
From 1 January 2022, citizens will be able to receive temporary incapacity or maternity benefits automatically, based solely on an electronic sick leave certificate, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said. ‘All…’
ReadRegistration of civil status acts
Civil status records, such as a child’s birth, may be registered at any civil registry office. Russian regions will determine the procedure for ceremonial marriage, and another person may submit a divorce application…
ReadQuotas for employer-sponsored university study
Mishustin set university targeted-admission quotas for 2022
ReadEmployment guarantees for workers with children
New employment safeguards for workers with children have entered into force
ReadDetermining teachers’ and medical workers’ salaries
The Russian President demanded that teachers’ additional payments be excluded when determining salaries
ReadTax exemption for families selling flats
The State Duma exempted families from tax on apartment sales
ReadRUSSIAN GOVERNMENT RESOLUTION NO. 1940 OF 15 NOVEMBER 2021 ON MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS FOR 2022
RUSSIAN GOVERNMENT RESOLUTION NO. 1940 OF 15 NOVEMBER 2021 ON MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS FOR 2022
ReadPenalties for incomplete child-support payments
Parents who pay maintenance incompletely or late may also face liability. Deputies plan to consider these bills at first reading today.
ReadHow to calculate maternity payments.
Maternity leave usually means a period when an employee temporarily stops working following a child’s arrival. Which benefits can parents receive during pregnancy leave and childcare leave?
ReadUse of QR codes in public places and on intercity and international transport
Proposals on using QR codes in public places and on intercity and international transport have been submitted to the State Duma.
ReadInheriting a pension
How can you inherit the funded component of a pension?
ReadBenefits of tax deductions for spouses
One advantage of a registered marriage is that the state will return more money through a tax deduction for buying an apartment. You can also claim deductions for treatment and education even if you did not pay personally.
ReadMaria Lvova-Belova appointed Commissioner for Children’s Rights under the President of Russia
Senator Maria Lvova-Belova has been appointed Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Russian Federation. The head of state signed the decree on Wednesday, 27 October. The document states that the commissioner is appointed for five years…
ReadTax deduction for spouses
One advantage of a registered marriage is that the state will return more money through a tax deduction for buying an apartment. You can also claim deductions for treatment and education even if you did not pay personally.
ReadGuide to child payments
Information for families with children: state support measures.
ReadWhat should you do if child maintenance is not paid?
Parents must support their minor children. How can maintenance debtors be influenced?
ReadFather’s Day
This year Russia officially celebrates Father's Day for the first time. Under the recently published Presidential Decree, it falls on the third Sunday in October. It was introduced to strengthen the family and increase the significance of fatherhood…
ReadClaiming a tax deduction when you have children
How can you save on personal income tax if you have children?
ReadSupport for sole parents
Another support measure for single parents appeared this year. We have compiled the benefits and payments single parents can use in one selection.
ReadNew sick-leave payment rules for caring for children
In September, another family support law entered into force. Sick leave to care for a child aged 7 or younger will now be paid at 100% of average earnings. We explain the amounts paid for care…
ReadA child’s travel abroad
A law simplifying children's travel abroad has already taken effect. Important points parents should know.
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