The first batch of 60 residents from Laing Avenue, Georgetown, received vouchers valued at $250,000 each to upgrade their homes yesterday, the Department of Public Information (DPI) said.
In addition to the vouchers, the residents also received $100,000 to cover the cost of labour.
The vouchers were presented at a ceremony at the Ministry of Housing and Water’s Camp Street annex. The residents conveyed their gratitude for the assistance.