The attention of the Ministry of the Interior has been drawn to information circulating in the media that the Ministry has deducted 20 percent tax from the rent allowance of security services personnel.
The Ministry wishes to clarify that it does not have the mandate to deduct tax from the rent allowance of security services personnel.
However, the 20 percent tax deduction from the rent allowance was done by the Ministry of Finance at source in line with Tax law according to the Ministry of Finance.
We urge all personnel to remain calm and rest assured that the government will not short change any personnel and will continue to prioritize their welfare.
Signed
Public Affairs and Communications Unit
