PACE calls for 10% of funds to be allocated to Ukraine's reconstruction
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PACE called on Council of Europe countries to allocate part of the funds for Ukraine's reconstruction directly to supporting veterans and people with disabilities. This should account for at least 10% of the relevant funding, according to the PACE press service.
What PACE proposes
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe adopted the relevant resolution on September 29. The document recommends that member states allocate at least 10% of their national funds earmarked for Ukraine's reconstruction to the rehabilitation and social reintegration of veterans, as well as civilians with disabilities.
What mechanism do they want to create
At the same time, the Assembly called on the Ukrainian authorities, with the support of Council of Europe countries, to establish a single and transparent mechanism for accessing benefits and necessary services.
The system is expected to bring together long-term rehabilitation, psychological support, home care, housing adaptations, assistance with returning to professional activity, and accessible infrastructure.
What measures does the resolution provide for
PACE also called for the introduction of a general minimum assistance package for veterans. It should include physical and mental health support, rehabilitation programs, assistance with employment and education, housing, and social protection.
The Assembly separately emphasized the need to provide enhanced and coordinated support for at least three years after the completion of military service.
In addition, member states were urged to ensure that veterans can exercise their rights regardless of the country where they reside, strengthen assistance to their families and former prisoners of war. PACE also called on countries to help Ukraine strengthen its own system of veteran support.
It should be recalled that PACE adopted two resolutions addressing respect for human rights amid the full-scale war and the issue of the release of prisoners of war.
