Local Government authorities drive development with nearly $150B from building permits in 2024

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

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Political Ombudsman’s Office says its closely monitoring political conduct

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

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Chairman of St. James Municipal Corporation, Richard Vernon clarifies operations of the corporation are not politically motivated 

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

Health Ministry confirms some workers of at least 8 hospitals have taken industrial action, assures resources being mobilised to ensure minimal disruption

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

Staff protest disrupts some operations at three western hospitals for the second consecutive day

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

Former receptionist accused of embezzlement; granted $500,000 bail yesterday 

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

Prime Minister Holness issues call for national vigilance and thoughtful democratic participation

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

Opposition rejects SERHA’s explanation for spike in neonatal deaths at Victoria Jubilee Hospital

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

SUFJ: Yesterday’s Supreme Court ruling on George Williams’ case could make it possible for mentally ill persons lost in prison system to get help

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More

It’s a slap in the face but it’s better than nothing!”- SUFJ on Gov’t being ordered to pay $120M to man imprisoned for 50 years without trial

Local Government authorities have contributed significantly to Jamaica’s development, with nearly $150 billion earned from building permits in 2024.

That’s the declaration from Portfolio Minister, Desmond McKenzie.

He was speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of Loshusan Supermarket New Kingston, formerly John R Wong.

The minister acknowledged that there are issues within the local authorities but noted that positive strides are being made.

He pointed to the 6% increase in building applications submitted to the local authorities last year when compared to 2023.

Last year’s total submissions represent an investment of $87.7 billion.

3,598 permits were issued, representing revenue of $149.7 billion.

Read More