Following the announcement of Budget 2024 by Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh, Lindeners shared their assessments and opinions on the various measures outlined in the budget.
The budget, totaling 1.146 trillion dollars, is 46 percent larger than the 2023 budget.
Some of the measures introduced in Budget 2024 include increases in Old Aged pension, National Insurance Scheme (NIS) benefits, and the “Because We Care” school cash grant, among others.
As citizens analyze the allocations and anticipate the impact of the measures on their lives, Lindeners shared their perspectives with NCN on the streets.
Uranie Hansraj expressed her gathered information and thoughts on the budget, while Rita Croft, a single parent, mentioned her observations from the previous year.
Dawn Baggot emphasized the importance of screening, and Emelda Adams expressed her satisfaction with the budget, particularly highlighting the benefits for the youth.
Gilbert Codugan shared his views on the budget, appreciating the assistance and financial support outlined in the measures.
Budget 2024 is lauded as the largest budget to date, aiming to be economically friendly and addressing various aspects of the country, including infrastructural development, resource allocation, and financial support for citizens of all ages.