The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has given permission for the government to hand over the first 4,000 flats under the Gedhoruveriya Housing Scheme.
Last November, ACC ordered the previous government to suspend its work to allocate the flats after public outrage rose over alleged corruption in how applicants were chosen for the final list of recipients. The new administration is working with the ACC as it continues its investigation.
The ACC stated that it has now terminated its notice to suspend all activities related to the allocation of 4,000 flats under the Gedhoruveriya housing scheme. The commission also stated that it has directed the Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development to take into consideration certain matters when proceeding with the allocation of the flats.
The ACC has instructed the relevant authorities to review the problematic application forms in a way that does not alter the points awarded to the other forms. The commission also directed the authorities to apply the same standards and not discriminate when reviewing all the forms.
Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) stated that it will begin signing the agreements with flat recipients within a few days after the investigation is completed.