Authorities urged to assist squatters living in deplorable conditions

The squatters staying at the council’s dumping site.

SIBU: Sibu Municipal Council deputy chairman Rogayah Jamain wants the relevant authorities to take appropriate action against a family of 10 children who are squatting in a dumpsite along Jalan Seng Ling.

Speaking at the council meeting yesterday, Rogayah said she hoped that the authorities can offer assistance to the families as it was crucial to tackle the issue, especially as they are living in such deplorable conditions and deserve a better quality of life.