Prime Minister Holness Announces $3Bn REACH Road Rehabilitation Programme

• On Saturday, August 31, 2024, the Minister of Works and Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, announced the launch of the REACH Road Rehab Programme, a comprehensive national road rehabilitation initiative with a budget of $3Bn.
• The program aims to tackle essential road infrastructure requirements throughout the island, concentrating particularly on repairs necessitated by recent weather disturbances, such as Hurricane Beryl, alongside regular road upkeep.
• Under the REACH Road Rehab Programme, each of Jamaica’s 63 constituencies will see funds allocated to conduct essential road repairs and maintenance, ensuring that all regions of the country benefit equitably.
• This initiative reflects the Government's commitment to upgrading national infrastructure and boosting the safety and convenience of Jamaica’s roads. The program will unfold in two phases: the first from September 4, 2024, to November 2024, and the second from January to March 2025.
• During these phases, contractors will be mobilised to repair the most critically damaged roads and conduct necessary maintenance to prevent further deterioration. The National Works Agency will oversee the implementation, ensuring that the highest standards are met and that the work is completed efficiently and within the allocated timeframe.
• Prime Minister Holness expressed confidence in the REACH Road Rehab Programme’s potential to significantly improve road conditions across Jamaica and called on all stakeholders, including local government representatives and community members, to cooperate fully with the execution teams to ensure the programme’s success.

(Source: Office of the Prime Minister)