State clarifies contributions for cheap homes voluntary

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The Ongoing construction of Affordable Housing at Buxton in this photo taken on October 12, 2022. PHOTO | KEVIN ODIT | NMG

The proposed three percent monthly contributions by civil servants to the Housing Fund will not be mandatory, offering respite to government workers opposed to it.

Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga clarified on Wednesday that the salary deductions would be voluntary and that those who fail to secure houses would be refunded their cash.

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