The Government of Guyana has announced the reintroduction of the annual electricity subsidy for pensioners. The initiative is a part of the 2024 budget proposed by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security.
According to the notice published in this newspaper, the annual subsidy of $30,000, is aimed at enhancing the disposable income of pensioners. The subsidy will be applicable to electricity accounts registered in the name of eligible pensioners and is set to begin this month. Both postpaid and prepaid accounts will be eligible for this subsidy.
Pensioners who do not see the subsidy reflected in their electricity accounts are encouraged to visit the nearest Guyana Power and Light office with a valid identification document and the electricity account information registered in their name.
