Govt to launch gully relocation pilot programme in corporate area – IRIE FM
October 22, 2026
Written byMarlene Freeman
The Government will be selecting four communities across the corporate area for a pilot programme aimed at relocating persons living along gully banks, particularly those vulnerable to extreme weather events.
The announcement was made by Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness at the opening ceremony for the K2 apartments in Downtown Kingston yesterday.
Dr. Holness explained that assistance could include the construction of alternative housing facilities or the provision of relocation grants to help affected residents secure safer accommodation.
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He expressed that the Government has a plan to launch a major project to treat with irregularly settled communities.
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