$1.5-b road patching programme to begin in May
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The government has allocated J$1.5 billion for a quarterly road patching programme, set to begin in May.
The programme will prioritise main thoroughfares and high-trafficked corridors, community and parish roads in need of urgent repairs, and damage-prone areas affected by recent weather events.
In a statement on Monday, the government said the aim of the programme is to improve road conditions and ensure safer, smoother travel for motorists and pedestrians across the island.
Minister with responsibility for works, Robert Morgan stated that “with quarterly disbursements, the initiative will provide ongoing maintenance throughout the year, addressing road degradation before it worsens”.
The programme will see a phased rollout “to ensure efficiency and maximise impact.”
