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More beggars picked up due to increased awareness, surveillance
Posted: 19 July 2010 2349 hrs
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SINGAPORE : More beggars are being picked up on the streets of Singapore, largely because of increased public awareness and stepped-up surveillance, said Community Development Minister Vivian Balakrishnan.

He said the number is 60 so far this year, and close to half of them are foreigners.

The average number of beggars picked up each year, over the past three years, has been 85.

Dr Balakrishnan noted that Singaporeans who need help do not have to beg.

They can turn to various sources of aid including Community Development Councils, Family Service Centres and voluntary welfare groups.

The minister was giving a written answer to Nominated MP Laurence Wee. - CNA /ls

 

[jw5]

He should go and ask his fellow ministars why there are so many foreign beggers.