The Municipal Social Assistance Programme
March 6, 2023
The Government in its commitment to improve the lives of the most vulnerable and strengthen service delivery to citizens; embarked on a programme to transform the Poor Relief System into…
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT MINISTER MOURNS DEATH OF COUNCILLOR FOR ISLINGTON DIVISION
March 2, 2023
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has expressed shock and sadness at the passing of the Councillor for the Islingston Division in St. Mary, Mr. Lincoln…
Rural Development Programme advances in Chambers Pen, Hanover
February 28, 2023
The multi-faceted Rural Development Programme (RDP) is progressing in the community of Chambers Pen, Western Hanover. The RDP is spearheaded by the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development. “The…
St. James Infirmary gets new J$45m male ward
February 27, 2023
The St. James Infirmary now boasts a new male ward built at a cost of J$45 million through a joint venture between the National Housing Trust and the St. James…
Bill piloted to postpone Local Government Elections -Polls on hold until February 2024
February 23, 2023
KINGSTON, Jamaica: Local Government and Rural Development Minister, Honourable Desmond McKenzie on Tuesday piloted a Bill in the Houses of Representatives effectively postponing Local Government Elections until February 2024. The…
