Help poorer pupils get to school


PETALING JAYA: Providing a subsidy for school bus fares can both ease the financial burden of households, while also encouraging school attendance, say experts.

National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP) secretary-general Fouzi Singon said pupils from families with financial difficulties would probably struggle with emotional issues and this could affect their behaviour in school.

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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.

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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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