Rick’s Cafe Ordered Closed after Hosting Illegal Party
June 1, 2021
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has announced that well-known entertainment venue Rick’s Cafe in western Jamaica, has been closed after hosting a party that breached…
Local Government Ministry to roll out Rural Development Programme
May 20, 2021
KINGSTON, Jamaica: The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development will this year roll out a $650 million programme aimed at improving the lives and economic well-being of rural areas.…
Local Government Minister Expresses Sorrow For Toddler Boys Who Died In St. James Fire
May 20, 2021
KINGSTON, Jamaica (May 19, 2021): Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Honourable Desmond McKenzie, is sorrowful over the death of two toddlers who reportedly died in a fire at…
Local Government and Rural Development Minister Mourns Passing of Councillor Yvonne McCormack
May 14, 2021
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Hon. Desmond McKenzie has expressed great sadness at the death of Councillor for the Greater Portmore East Division in the Portmore Municipality, Ms.…
Local Government and Rural Development Minister Announces Time Concession to Allow for Florists, Gift Shops and Pharmacies to Operate Until 4pm On Sunday May 9, 2021
May 7, 2021
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has announced that florists, gift shops and pharmacies will be allowed to operate for two hours beyond this coming Sunday’s…
