Finance
Stimulus checks in time for Christmas
By Dana Malcolm
Staff Writer
#TurksandCaicos, December 19, 2022 – On their third stimulus check payout of the year the Government has still not figured out a new way to pass out checks increasing the possibility of long lines and disorderly behavior; but undoubtedly those receiving the free cash for the first time are thrilled to have the payout in time for the holidays.
It was announced last Friday that residents who missed out on the first and second round of stimulus checks in the Turks and Caicos would finally be able to start collecting their own.
The payments, only for citizens who did not get one in August, were again scheduled for collection at the Treasury on
Individuals approved were instructed to go to the Treasury on the island submitted as their permanent address in the application process to pick up the cheques in person.
Cheques were to be distributed by last name once again, but in Providenciales only. Applicants whose surnames begin with A to J began on Friday past 16th and applicants whose surnames begin with K to Z start Monday December 19, which is today.
The same system was instituted in August but with admittedly a much larger pool of people to serve. Back then complaints about it reaching Magnetic Media were numerous. It wasn’t the first time the government had distributed cheques this way and even after promises that it would not happen again residents are asked to brave the same frustrating process.
Again, there will be cheque delivery for those unable pick-up in person, but that will face delays, as TCI Government warns of resource constraints during this time of the year. To receive this service, approved applicants must send an email to tciassistance@gov.tc with the applicant’s stimulus application number, telephone contact and full home address.
The government also indicated that application reviews were still ongoing and residents who had not seen their name on the list might yet get an approval.