According to Fitz-Henley, the main focus of the Central Executive will be discussions centred on improving efforts to help Jamaicans who are facing major challenges following the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

"It is true that approximately 70 per cent of the country has had their running water restored and electricity has been reconnected to about 80 per cent of our population but we are sensitive to the fact that those percentages mean nothing to those who are without the important services. Additionally, many small businesses have been destroyed or significantly impaired. Therefore, the Central Executive is expected to focus on brainstorming additional ideas to assist our population to restore normality to their lives and to build back stronger," he said.

Fitz-Henley said the party is aware that Christmas and the New Year are "just around the corner" and are fully intent on doing what they can "to bring as much convenience to the lives of our people as is possible".

In terms of political activity, he said the governing party is sensitive to the fact that it cannot be business as usual.

"Look, this is a time of great challenge for many of our Jamaica brothers and sisters and as the pre-eminent political institution in the country, the Jamaica Labour Party recognises and takes our duty seriously to assist and be in solidarity with our people as they encounter adversity," Fitz-Henley said.

Prime Minister and JLP Leader Dr Andrew Holness is reportedly scheduled to deliver the main address at the meeting of the Central Executive.

JLP Central Executive to discuss intensifying Hurricane recovery efforts

Jamaica Observer | 2025-12-07 | Original Article