Gov’t plans ‘comprehensive’ housing solution for Lombard St residents -Lawrence

One of the many dwelling houses located at Lombard and Broad streets which residents have been occupying for years.  (GINA photo)

Minister of Social Protection Volda Lawrence has assured residents living in a rundown section of Lombard Street that government intends to provide a comprehensive housing solution to meet the individual needs of families at an affordable cost.

During an outreach exercise in Lombard and Broad streets over the weekend, the minister told residents that their voices were heard at the recent elections and that government will make interventions, a report from the Government Information Agency (GINA) said. However, she cautioned them that the changes will not happen overnight as their challenges are wide-ranging and it will take strategic planning to