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Protesters put up posters call on the government not to tighten the eligibility of CSSA payments outside government offices.

Protesters put up posters call on the government not to tighten the eligibility of CSSA payments outside government offices. Source: SCMP/ Edmond So

Welfare recipients and activist groups say the shortfall in payments for people aged 60 to 64 will have a serious impact on livelihoods.

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Welfare recipients and activist groups say the shortfall in payments for people aged 60 to 64 will have a serious impact on livelihoods.

Lawmakers also call on the government to reverse decision or at least consider alternative measures.

Cheung Mo Ching reports.

 

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