THE iTaukei Land Trust Board (TLTB) has so far received over $1 million in premium from the issuance of development leases for squatter settlements around the country – a major commitment by the government through the Ministry of Local Government, Housing and Environment.
Deputy General Manager Operations, Research & Development (DGMORD) Mr Solo Nata said a total of 20 development leases had been issued to the Government to develop around 3,000 lots in Fiji.
Mr Nata said thegovernment would be responsible for the scheme preparation, engineering works and would pay for all othercapital costs involved.