GOJ Minute #2 March 5, 2019

Minister without Portfolio in The Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Daryl Vaz, says the necessary arrangements are being put in place for the implementation of Plastic Bottle Deposit Refund Scheme DRS in 2020.

The National Works Agency NWA will be undertaking roadworks along the Mandela Highway, to improve access for motorists entering Portmore via the Old Ackee Village road during peak hours.

Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Senator Pearnel Charles Jr., says the Government has approved additional funds to truck water to communities affected by ongoing drought conditions.

The House of Representatives has approved a 90-day extension of the State of Emergency in the St. Andrew South police division.

New World Bank representative for Jamaica and Guyana, Ozan Sevimli, has lauded Jamaica on its sterling economic performance over the past few years.

Non-governmental organizations are being invited to submit proposals under the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) programme, for the chance to receive up to CA$25,000.00 in grant funding. Interested organizations may contact the Canadian High Commission for details.