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NaRRA Bill passed without amendment after marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday

9 May 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Government on track to relocate shelterees still housed at schools following Hurricane Melissa

6 May 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Port Authority of Jamaica anticipates that its congestion problem will be resolved within another month

2 May 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

NaRRA Bill approved by House of Representatives early this morning after marathon session

29 April 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Major works to commence on sections of Burnt Savannah roadway in St. Elizabeth – NWA’s Stephen Shaw

28 April 2026

Georgetta Williams

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

STATIN records hike in importation of essential items/emergency-related goods following passage of Hurricane Melissa

31 March 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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Categories: News

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Eight schools remain active shelters, following Hurricane Melissa

26 March 2026

Natalie Campbell

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The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Gov’t working to strengthen disaster risk financing instruments to safeguard against uncertainties of natural disasters – Williams

11 March 2026

Shanice Gibbs

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Categories: News

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

Spice brings hurricane relief for Christmas

22 December 2025

K'Shema Francis-Pitt

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Categories: Entertainment

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.

D’Angel on a mission to provide shelter for hurricane victims

17 December 2025

Viviene Stewart

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Categories: Entertainment

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.

This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

At 8:13 PM, after hours of deliberations and after several proposed amendments were shot down by Government Senators, House Clerk Colleen Lowe read the passed Bill.

The NaRRA Bill aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa last October.