Jamsostek pays allowance

Jamsostek pays allowance

From Koran Tempo

Following the publication of my letter to the editor of Koran Tempo (Jan. 16) on the lack of responsiveness shown by the state labor social security company (Jamsostek), I visited the firm's Gambir branch on Jan. 19 to demand my allowance.

As required by Jamsostek, applicants must submit their identity card, family list and certificate of job relief when collecting old-age allowances.

However, after the firm confirmed the truth of the misfortune I had experienced (a fire at Petak Dayak on Jan. 9), I was permitted to receive my allowance simply by presenting a police certificate and a statement of property loss.

I would like to express my gratitude to the management of Jamsostek, Gambir branch, Jakarta, for showing understanding in my difficult situation.

AGUS SETIAWAN Jakarta