Only fifteen people allowed to attend funerals in Jamaica
The government of Jamaica has now allowed for 15 people to attend funerals. This is an increase to the 10 that were allowed before.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie made the announcement at a virtual press briefing recently.
McKenzie said the decision came after a meeting with undertakers some weeks ago.
The minister said the 15 individuals at each funeral will include 10 mourners plus the reverend and the persons who will be doing the burial
“Funerals are allowed using the guidelines that have been set out in the order and those guidelines are working as we continue to work with the undertakers to ensure that they are maintained,” he said.
Funeral gatherings were restricted to no more than 20 people in March and the number was later reduced to no more than 10 people as the Government tightened the measures to control the COVID-19 pandemic.
