Residents of Roxborough, Tobago, are calling for greater transparency in the distribution of disaster relief funds, claiming that some affected households have been overlooked despite suffering losses.
The concerns come after nearly $300,000 was allocated to assist residents impacted by recent adverse weather and related damage in the community.
Several villagers have questioned how the funds were distributed, arguing that the process has lacked transparency and consistency. Some residents say they have received little or no assistance despite experiencing significant damage, while others have raised concerns about the criteria used to determine eligibility.
Residents say disaster relief should be based solely on the extent of damage suffered and not on personal connections or other unrelated factors. They believe greater openness in the process would help restore public confidence and ensure assistance reaches those most in need.