In Russia July 1, happen planned increase in the size of utility bills for the population, approved by the government. On average fares will rise by 4 percent, reports RIA Novosti.
Most notably housing and communal services will rise in price in Moscow and St. Petersburg. On average, 7 percent. In July last year, prices in the two capitals grew by 6.5 percent.
The cost of hot water for the residents of the capital will grow by 10.6 per cent, says kp.ru. The gas price will rise by 3.9 percent, heating — 4,7, electricity (depending on tariff) from 0 to 7.2 percent. The amount of fees for the repair is increased from 15 to 17 rubles per square meter.
In the suburbs, according to the newspaper, most notably (4.8 percent) more expensive electricity.
The annual increase in tariffs for housing and communal services takes place from 1 July 2012. The transfer of this operation to the middle of the year should, in the calculation of the authorities to contain inflation. The government noted that the increase in utility bills due to the gas and electricity prices, and General inflationary pressures.
The decree on increase in tariffs was signed by the Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Medvedev in November 2016.