Recurrent expenditure of a government is typically paid from the consolidated fund. The consolidated fund is the main account of the government where all revenues are deposited and from which all expenditures are made. It includes all government revenue from taxes, fees, and other sources, as well as receipts from loans and grants. Recurrent expenditures are those regular and routine expenses that are necessary for the ongoing operation of the government, such as salaries, pensions, maintenance, and other day-to-day expenses. These expenses are usually paid out of the consolidated fund because they are necessary for the smooth running of the government and the provision of services to citizens.