Government allocates $1.5b for quarterly road patching starting in May
Toriann Ellis / Our Today
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The Government of Jamaica is set to roll out a $1.5 billion Quarterly Road Patching programme starting in May 2025 to improve road conditions and ensure safer, smoother travel for motorists and pedestrians across the island.
The initiative, led by the Ministry of Responsibility for Works in collaboration with the National Works Agency (NWA), will target critical corridors.
Minister with responsibility for Works, Robert Nesta Morgan, emphasised the government’s commitment to maintaining Jamaica’s road network, stating:
The programme will prioritise:
- Main thoroughfares and high-trafficked corridors.
- Community and parish roads in need of urgent repairs.
- Damage-prone areas affected by recent weather events.
“With quarterly disbursements, the initiative will provide ongoing maintenance throughout the year, addressing road degradation before it worsens.”
Work is scheduled to commence in May, with a phased rollout to ensure efficiency and maximise impact.
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