THE Ministry of Housing and Water’s Central Housing and Planning Authority on Sunday refuted the claims made by a letter writer in the Stabroek Newspaper on August 24, 2024.

The letter, penned by David Persaud, alleges that the government has a multimillion-dollar contract for the construction of pre-fabricated homes at Leonora, West Coast Demerara, and also mentions a contractual arrangement with Modular Homes for 200 low-income homes.

“We want to clarify that the only contractual arrangement between the company and our Ministry is for the construction of twenty-five (25) units. There is no other binding or legal agreement with this company for the construction of homes in any other housing development falling under our purview.

“It is disappointing that Stabroek News, a publication known for strong journalism ethics, published this letter without seeking clarification from our agency or allowing us to present the facts on the issue.

“Despite this, the ministry remains committed to delivering on its mandate to provide the best quality and affordable housing options to Guyanese,” the ministry said in a press release.