Local Government Minister Warns That Time Is Running Out For People In Vulnerable Areas To Be Evacuated
October 3, 2016
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, has again urged that people in vulnerable areas who have insisted on remaining in them, leave immediately. At the latest news…
National Cleanup Campaign postponed due to threat of Tropical Storm Matthew
September 29, 2016
The next phase of the National Cleanup Campaign has been postponed until further notice, in view of the potential threat of Tropical Storm Matthew to Jamaica. Minister of Local Government…
NEW FIRE STATIONS COMING FOR MONTEGO BAY AND PORT MARIA
June 24, 2016
Work is to begin this year, to construct two new Fire Stations in Jamaica. This was announced by Local Government and Community Development Minister, Desmond McKenzie, in his contribution to…
MAJOR GOVERNANCE CHANGES COMING FOR LOCAL AUTHORITIES
June 24, 2016
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has given the assurance that Local Authorities will be strengthened, and not shut down, as has been suggested by some…
NEW INFIRMARY AND MARKET PROJECTS COMING THIS FINANCIAL YEAR
June 23, 2016
Minister of Local Government and Community, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has announced new Market and Infirmary infrastructure projects for this financial year. In making his contribution to the Sectoral Debate today,…