Bulgaria still ranks among the EU countries with the highest levels of poverty and inequality. Before 2023, Bulgaria's Social Assistance / Monthly Social Allowance scheme had limited coverage, strict eligibility criteria, and limited impact on poverty reduction. Additionally, it was not adjusted or linked to inflation. The Bulgarian government introduced a reform in 2022 aimed to increase the scope and access of individuals to social support by increasing...
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2024/06/24
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政策研究报告
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WPS10817
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1
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2024/06/24
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Disclosed
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Simulating Welfare Impacts of Changes in the Monthly Social Allowance Scheme and Heating Allowances in Bulgaria