Govt to study proposed ‘compassionate aid’ for Felda folk
Felda settlers have reportedly agreed to their living allowance being reduced to RM1,000, but are demanding RM500 as 'compassionate aid'. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, March 19, 2019.
THE government will study a Felda committee’s proposal that a RM500 “compassionate aid” be given to 30,000 settlers. Economic Affairs Minister Mohamed Azmin Ali said Putrajaya does not want settlers to be burdened should their living allowance be reduced to RM1,000 from the current RM1,500. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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