SUPP Kuching service counter to help tertiary students apply for RM1,200 pocket money
KUCHING (May 8): The Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) Kuching branch will be opening a service counter today (May 8) at Life Café, Padungan here from 6pm to 9pm to assist students apply for the RM1,200 allowance.
Its Youth chief Nicholas Wung in a statement said this initiative is to better serve local communities and bring public services closer to the people.
'At the same time, other community services and legal consultations will also be available, making this a comprehensive and convenient one-stop solution for local residents,' he said.
Wung said that application for the allowance officially opened on May 1, and will close on June 1.
'To ease the application process, SUPP Kuching will set up a dedicated counter, where staff will assist applicants step-by-step. Applicants only need to prepare soft copies of their IC (identity card), parents' ICs, university offer letter and Sarawak ID.
'For those whose parents are government servants or salaried employees, only the latest payslip is required as proof of income.
'However, for parents who are self-employed, business owners or unemployed, an income verification letter will be prepared on-site and Kapitan will be there for verification.
'SUPP volunteers will assist applicants in preparing these documents immediately at the event,' he said.
He noted the other additional services include registration for the Kenyalang Gold Card, document verification, social welfare application support, persons with disabilities registration and free legal consultation.
Wung said as a practising lawyer, he would be on-hand to offer legal advice.
He added the evening service counter session was also to alleviate the inability to complete applications due to office hours or school hours, thus he urged eligible students and residents to take advantage of this initiative.
'The government's intention behind the allowance is to reduce the financial burden on students – we want to ensure every eligible applicant receives the support they deserve.
'SUPP Kuching welcomes all interested residents and students to attend and make full use of this service.' education aid Kuching lead students SUPP
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