Other operating expenses
x € 1 million | 2021 | 2020 |
---|---|---|
Municipal sufferance taxes and concessions | 64 | 70 |
IT costs | 52 | 54 |
Lease expenses | 5 | 5 |
Accommodation costs | 21 | 23 |
Provisions | -5 | 1 |
Other expenses | 72 | 75 |
Total | 209 | 228 |
Other operating expenses decreased by €19 million compared with the previous year.
In 2021, the provision for the accelerated removal of 'gas connections out of operation' was largely released, see note 25 Other provisions for more information.
Under provisions, €4 million (2020: €- million) is accounted for as an addition to and €2 million (2020: €2 million) as a withdrawal from the provision for expected credit losses.