Golding Blasts Government Over Legislative Delays and Slow Project Execution

Opposition Leader Mark Golding has criticized the Government for what he described as ongoing delays in passing key legislation and executing development projects.

Speaking during the 2026/2027 Budget Debate at Gordon House, Golding said important laws remain unaddressed for years, slowing national progress. He argued that inefficiencies in the public procurement system continue to delay projects and limit effective use of capital spending.

He pointed to repeated reductions in capital expenditure, noting that this year’s allocation was cut from $62.6 billion to $55.4 billion, while last year’s fell from $80 billion to $62 billion due to slow implementation.

Golding also highlighted several stalled measures, including amendments to company laws, the long-pending Customs Act, and legislation to establish the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA).

He further noted that recommended changes to laws affecting adolescents have not been implemented, resulting in continued court cases involving young people.

Golding warned that these delays are negatively impacting Jamaica’s economic growth and development.