The Daily Tribune, 12 February 2025: Bahrain’s Parliament has approved a proposal to eliminate the five-year waiting period for housing allowance payments, allowing families to receive financial support as soon as their applications are approved.

The initiative, described as long overdue, addresses the rising cost of living and aims to provide immediate relief to families, particularly newlyweds, who struggle with rent while awaiting assistance.

The current system, which requires applicants to wait five years before receiving any financial aid, has been criticised as an unnecessary burden on those already facing financial difficulties.

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