ST ANDREW, Jamaica — Government today announced it will be solely financing the rehabilitation work on Junction Road, which links Kingston and St Andrew to the eastern parishes of St Mary and Portland.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness signed a $626 million contract with Surrey Paving and Aggregates Limited for Package 1 of the Tom’s River to Agualta Vale improvement project.

Work will begin in October and is expected to be completed in 14 months.

“We understand that the strategic development of Jamaica is intrinsically linked to our infrastructure development, in particular, our roadways and highways. We are opening people to increased access and opportunities,” Holness said at the signing ceremony which took place at Jamaica House.

According to Holness the Junction Road selected itself for repair as the state of the road deserves attention. He added that the Government is committed to infrastructure development and improving connectivity among major hubs in the country.