Toll-free travel on May Pen to Williamsfield highway extended
Published:Saturday | December 30, 2023 | 12:11 AM
Motorists will have another three months of toll-free travel along the May Pen to Williamsfield leg of the East-West Highway.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced the extension until March 31, 2024 in a media release yesterday.
He said the decision is intended to provide more time for ongoing negotiations between TransJamaican Highway Limited (TJH) and the National Road Operating and Constructing Company Limited.
He added that the discussions focus on finalising the concession for that leg, for which TJH, the current operator of the Kingston to May Pen segment of the East-West Highway, holds a right of first refusal.
Holness highlighted the significant benefits of the May Pen to Williamsfield Highway, including the reduced travel times and lower vehicular wear and tear for motorists.
Holness also emphasised the importance of responsible driving and urged all motorists to prioritise safety on the roads.
“Looking ahead, the Government plans to further extend the highway to bypass Spur Tree within the next five years, continuing its commitment to improving Jamaica’s road infrastructure,” Holness said.