UAH 2.5 billion budgeted for modernization of shelters in need of renovation, says Prime Minister

The school shelters are under special control. Currently, 88% of schools have shelters covering 93% of pupils and teachers. This was announced by Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal during a Government meeting on January 9.

"The goal is to bring this figure to almost 100%. And also to modernize the storage facilities that need to be modernized. For this purpose, UAH 2.5 billion has been envisaged in the state budget. We will monitor their effective use by local authorities," emphasized Denys Shmyhal.

In total, according to the Prime Minister, the fund of civil defense structures includes 60,500 shelters: "President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has set a clear task - not only to increase the number, but also to ensure quality. Each shelter should be inclusive, safe, comfortable and located within walking distance."

The Government is also forming an Educational Security Service in schools. According to Denys Shmyhal, the presence of trained police officers will protect children from various threats.

"We are selecting 500 officers who will be on duty in the spring. This is one of the elements of the comprehensive Education Institution Security Concept. Among other things, it provides for the organization of safe transportation of students, fire and industrial safety, an early warning and evacuation system, a clear algorithm of actions in case of emergency," the Prime Minister emphasized.