21.   The secret police, or SIS also was granted a hefty increase that doubles the funds alloted to it this year.

22.   To protect the economy from currency speculators, the government boosted interest rates and issued a hefty increase in an excise tax on industrial production, including cars.

23.   Immediately after being elected, Lukashenko ordered a hefty increase in the prices of bread and milk.

24.   State economists expect hefty increases in government spending to continue next year.