Jamaican MPs report significant constituency investments

During the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives, Members of Parliament highlighted various developmental and educational investments within their respective districts.

Heroy Clarke, MP for St. James Central and Deputy Speaker, reported that over $66 million has been invested in educational support since 2016. The program provides grants for examination fees, books, uniforms, and tuition for students at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels, including those attending the University of the West Indies and the University of Technology. Additionally, a regional back-to-school event provided supplies and medical checks for over 2,000 children.

Christopher Brown, MP for St Mary South Eastern, noted that over $12 million has been mobilized through public and private partnerships to support education initiatives, including tertiary tuition assistance and book vouchers for PEP graduates. Brown also highlighted infrastructure improvements, such as the commencement of a new parking facility in Annotto Bay, the refurbishment of the Richmond Police Station, and the rehabilitation of the Richmond Court House.