FLP launches its manifesto

The Fiji Labour today launched its manifesto.

In the manifesto that was launched in front of about 300 people, FLP Leader Mahendra Chaudhry said they will review the 2014 constitution, revoke all decrees that impinge on human rights and reinstate the GCC.

FLP said that the current constitution is an imposition on the people of Fiji.

In its manifesto, FLP said they will bring hidden charges imposed by the government to be reviewed particularly where VAT is applicable.

However, no hidden charges have been specified.

They said they will further extend the list of basic food items, medicine and consumer items that are zero-rated under VAT, ensure all baby foods are zero-rated, review all levies on goods and services which are imposed additionally to VAT.

The specific items have not been revealed.

The manifesto states FLP will review the electricity rates and review the billing system of Water Authority of Fiji to ensure that people are not penalized for errors in WAF=s billing system.

The FLP manifesto also said they will restore FNPF pension cuts, provide $100 a month to all elderly citizens over 65 who have no other source of income which will also be reviewed to meet the cost of living and restore the retirement age to 60.

For scholarships, FLP said they will review the Student Loan Scheme where students who successfully complete their courses will have their loan repayment cut by 50%, continue with fee-free education but will also provide for a part of the money to be given directly to the deserving parents so that they can use it more flexibly in the overall education of their children.

The total amount of money allocated to this is not confirmed as yet.

FLP also said they will reintroduce final examinations at all classes and forms.

The Party said it will also scrap the Road User Levy, revise all fees and charges levied by the Land Transport Authority, remove the defect notice fine of $14.50 and increase the speed limit on highways to ensure better flow of traffic.

Mahendra Chaudhry also said he is confident he will be in parliament if his conviction appeal goes through.