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Borneo Post
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- Health
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1,585 KGCs issued, 1,635 SCHB applications received at SUPP Piasau mobile service
Ting assists an applicant during the two-day event. MIRI (Aug 18): Over 1,585 Kenyalang Gold Cards (KGC) were issued at a mobile service organised by the Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) Piasau branch from Aug 16-17. The two-day event also saw 1,635 Senior Citizen Health Benefit (SCHB) application forms received. SUPP Piasau branch chairman Datuk Sebastian Ting said on Aug 16, a total of 835 KGCs were issued while 775 SCHB application forms were received, while 750 KGCs were issued and 860 SCHB application forms were received on Aug 17. 'This event is part of the Sarawak government's effort to provide practical support to senior citizens, which shows their concern for public health and social welfare. 'The main purpose of introducing the KGC is to enable senior citizens aged 60 and above to enjoy a variety of facilities and special discounts from the government, agencies and businesses. The SCHB scheme provides assistance of RM500 per year for healthcare purposes, helping to ease the medical costs for this group,' he said. 'Programmes like this not only help recipients economically, but also ensures everyone can experience the love and care of the community as the value of community care has become increasingly important.' The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts stressed the state government would continue to strengthen grassroots services to ensure every form of assistance reaches those in need. Ting also urged the community to make full use of these welfare facilities, and hoped more parties and business operators will work together with the government to build a caring society.
Borneo Post
11-08-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Fatimah: Ministry to expand outreach programme to 13 more zones following successful pilot in Sibu
Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah SIBU (Aug 11): The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development will expand its outreach programme to another 13 zones across Sarawak in an effort to ensure is left behind, said minister Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah. She said this would bridge the gap between government departments and the community, bringing services directly to the people. 'Outreach programmes organised by the Sarawak government are effective in delivering essential services, although there is still room for improvement. 'We will tailor each programme according to the people's needs. We have a very people-centred and caring government. Our focus is to develop Sarawak and make our people prosperous,' she said after closing a pilot two-day outreach programme at the Sibu Islamic Complex yesterday. She added that increased state revenue has been channelled back to the people through various programmes, including those under her ministry Fatimah noted that the event here had not only gathered feedback from participating agencies but also from the public to help improve service delivery. 'In fact, we received 300 applications for the Kenyalang Gold Card (KGC) and 50 applications for the Senior Citizen Health Benefit (SCHB) through the programme. 'This shows how valuable it (outreach programme) is, as people do not have to travel to Welfare Department offices to apply,' she said. Successful applicants, she added, were able to receive their KGC cards on the spot. The Sibu programme catered to residents from eight state constituencies in the central zone, namely Nangka, Machan, Ngemah, Pelawan, Bukit Assek, Tamin, Dudong, and Bawang Assan, under the theme 'Kamek Prihatin, Kitak Penting' (We Care, You Matter). The event involved multiple agencies, including the Welfare Department, National Registration Department, National Population and Family Development Board, Royal Malaysia Police, Malaysia Communication and Multimedia Commission, Fire and Rescue Department, Social Security Organisation, and Sarawak Women and Family Department. The initiative aims to ensure the state government's plans, policies, and programmes reach grassroots leaders, women's representatives, community heads, and residents, at longhouses, settlements and villages. During the event, Fatimah presented KGC cards, compassionate assistance benefits, disability cards, and aid for victims of the recent Kampung Hilir fire. Present were Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, who is Nangka assemblyman; Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang, who is Pelawan assemblyman; Machan assemblyman Allan Siden Gramong; and Lingga assemblywoman Dayang Noorazah Awang Sohor.
Borneo Post
28-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Minister calls for continued public engagement to improve services
Lee (right) chats with a coffee-shop patron during the Mobile Service 2U session run by the Senadin Service Centre. MIRI (April 28): State Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin calls upon residents to continue providing feedback on services rendered by local authorities and government agencies to help improve public service delivery. He emphasises that regular engagement is vital to ensuring that the people's needs are addressed effectively, giving assurance that councillors and community leaders are committed to assisting with any issues raised while working closely with relevant departments to seek practical solutions. The Senadin assemblyman delivered this message during a 'Mobile Service 2U' session held at Pin Fook Cafe and Morsjaya Commercial Centre here yesterday. The outreach programme, a weekly initiative by the Senadin Service Centre, was personally led by Lee, who is also the Senadin assemblyman. The morning's team comprised councillors and community leaders from the Senadin branch of Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP) including Councillor Dato' Victor Lau, Councillor William Sim, Councillor Hiung Chien Yi, Kapitan Chong Khee Fah, and Jeffery Phang. Throughout the session, the team engaged with residents, business owners, and stall operators, listening to concerns and collecting feedback on neighbourhood issues, many of which were earmarked for referral to the Miri City Council (MCC) for follow-up action. 'This initiative underscores a proactive and people-centric approach to governance, enabling issues to be identified and addressed more swiftly through face-to-face communication. 'Regular contact with the people not only builds trust but ensures public voices are heard directly by decision-makers,' stressed Lee. In addition to addressing local concerns, the service team also provided guidance on the Senior Citizen Health Benefit (SCHB) application process, assisting eligible senior citizens with understanding and applying for benefits. The event also featured the distribution of the Senadin Service Centre's 2025 Emergency Contact List, which was wekll-received by the community. 'The 'Mobile Service 2U' will continue to serve as a bridge between the public and authorities, fostering collaboration and community-driven solutions,' said Lee. government agencies lead Lee Kim Shin local authorities public service
