The Federation Council has given the green light to a new set of fines for foul language used in the mass media.

      Fines will range from 2,000 to 3,000 roubles for individuals, between 5,000 and 20,000 roubles for officials, from 20,000 to 200,000 for legal entities.

      Earlier, experts voiced concerns that the move will duplicate existing provisions concerning foul language.