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Mike Henry resigns from Cabinet
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Transport and Works Minister Mike Henry resigned from the Cabinet with immediate effect this evening as controversy deepened over the troubled Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme (JDIP).
Henry, in a statement issued after 10:00 pm, said: “In light of the ongoing attacks on the Jamaica Development Infrastructure Programme (JDIP), which continue despite the prime minister and I having acted to address the issue, as the line minister, I take full responsibility for the issues which have arisen, and today tendered my resignation as minister of transport and works with immediate effect.
“There is nothing to hide about my stewardship of the JDIP, which is very important to the country, and I look forward to the conclusion of the ongoing investigations.
“I thank all concerned for their support over the years I occupied the position as a member of the Cabinet, especially Central Clarendon which I represent in Parliament, and from where I will be focussing more of my energy at this time.”
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11/30/2011
This is the correct move Mike, takeing full responsibility is what we expect.
This is certainly good for governance.
3 JLP mp's including the PM has resigned in the wake of civil society this is a wake up call for ALL politicians !
11/30/2011
So now he has resigned, what?
11/30/2011
is this a new leaf for Jamaica?
11/30/2011
About time. Lets now account for the slush fund oops I mean the extra 5% profit that was guranteed by the NWA to the Chinese for a whopping total of 25% GURANTEED PROFIT. Who does this? This was done in secret away from the prying eyes of the OCG and parliament, deliberately. Next stop should be the chain gang.
11/30/2011
Accountability is the name of the game. More to follow on both sides based on what I have been hearing.
11/30/2011
It seems we are in for a real "shocker" as the controversial JDIP is being investigated. I think Mr. Henry's move is a political one and not in the best interest of the Jamaican people, in light of initial pronouncements made him when the irregularities were highlighted by Dr. Phillips. With the action that Mr. Henry has now taken, will it be a "good look" for the party or will it further damage the reputation of the AH lead JLP?, which recent polls are now showing that the JLP is trailing.
11/30/2011
I hope the voters of your constutuency rejects you at the polls, what a disgraceful situation who have placed your Prime Minister in, you are Chairman of your Party and should be above board in all of your activities. Your track record is very questionable. The Former PM had to remove Air Jamaica from your portfolio, then you spent millions refurbishing to house you occupied. Disgraceful.
11/30/2011
I'm surprised that the observer has published this so quickly. When is Mrk Wignal planning to release the Stone polls?
11/30/2011
It is the honourable thing to do, all head of Departments must be responsible for what happen in their Ministries.
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