B40 and M40 groups welcome govt aid


Order up: Xing preparing food for a customer at her stall in Gelugor.

GEORGE TOWN: Hawkers and food operators in the B40 and M40 groups here are hoping that the latest aid from the government can help them sustain their business.

Hawker Chu Kam Lin, 62, whose household falls under the B40 category, said she looked forward to the RM500 and RM300 payout in August and December.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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