$60m allocated for shelter improvements
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June 4, 2026
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, has announced the allocation of an additional $60 million to assist municipal corporations with improving emergency shelter accommodations across the island.
He made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday.
McKenzie said the allocation will assist local authorities with obtaining blankets, cots and other bedding materials to make life more comfortable in the shelters.
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