Lighten our burden


THE general public and non-governmental organisations are hoping for a “compassionate” annual budget, to help them cope with the high cost of living in the city.

The people highlighted to StarMetro the needs of various segments of society, from the urban poor who are struggling to make ends meet to the Average Joe’s bread-and-butter concerns.

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