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Ministry of Local Gov't & Rural Development is responsible for the portion of the Government's role which speaks to acting as the agent of local development

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In his Sectoral Presentation last Wednesday, Hon. Desmond McKenzie announced that $70 Million will be allocated to all Municipal Corporations for drain cleaning. This is in addition to a $$350 Million Road rehabilitation programme. #LocalGovAtWork

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This morning’s handover of $8.4 million brings it to $26-million handed over so far; in total $75 million was allocated to assist churches in the five most affected parishes that were affected by hurricane Melissa.

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This morning (June 5), churches in Hanover that were damaged by Hurricane Melissa were presented with grant checks during the second staging of the Community Churches Clean-up Initiative.

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(4/4) 5. ⁠$65-million to assist the Manchester, St Elizabeth and Portland Municipal Corporations with potable water during the drought.

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(1/4) On Wednesday afternoon (June 3) Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie delivered an impactful presentation during his Sectoral Debate on the achievements and plans ahead through the Ministry.

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(3/4) 3. ⁠$350-million Road programme aimed at rehabilitating and maintaining parochial roads and drain systems.
4. ⁠$150-million allocation for infirmary reconstruction and relocation

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@NSWMA1876 @themohwgovjm The local authorities will benefit from $60 million in additional funding for supplies to improve the quality of services provided in shelters.

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Our Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, is about to go live to make his contribution to the Sectoral Debates.

Keep up with our live coverage of important achievements, plans, and more!

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@NSWMA1876 @themohwgovjm $70 million were spent on renovating the Yallahs Market, with renovations also made to the Musgrave Market, among others, showing consistent support towards improving markets.

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