Pensioners queuing at the Bourda and East La Penitence post offices last week lamented the ordeal they faced while collecting their pensions and disability payments. Grievances included extensive wait times, inadequate waiting facilities, and substandard treatment of elderly and disabled individuals. The lack of organisation among beneficiaries further compounded the issues, highlighting systemic challenges in the distribution process.
Stabroek News spoke with three individuals at the Bourda Post Office and Business Centre, where it was observed that the elderly, who were lined up outside waiting their turn were disgruntled by the long line, and poor organisation for the separation of people who were there to uplift disability and pension payments. The three pensioners who spoke with Stabroek News wished to remain anonymous in fear of victimisation.