Jamaican Law Causes Delays in Emergency Contractor Payments for Public Works
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Updated Sep 23
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What happened
The government of Jamaica is facing delays in making emergency contractor payments for construction work, such as repairs to schools affected by Hurricane Melissa. Executive Director of the National Education Trust, Latoya Harris Ghartey, stated that while the Procurement Act allows for emergency mobilization, the Financial Administration and Audit Act creates the payment gap.
From jamaica-gleaner.com
Why it matters
The FAA Act governs the management and disbursement of public funds, and its current structure slows down the process. Payments are reportedly held up while the government negotiates finalized contracts or verifies work done on the ground, such as Bills of Quantities.
From jamaica-gleaner.com
Who's involved
- JamaicaIsland state in the Caribbean Sea where the legislative issues are occurring.
- governmentThe governing institution of Jamaica, responsible for public fund disbursement.