$35M earmarked for markets, except in city

Though over $35 million is being spent on the improvement of a number of markets throughout Guyana, Georgetown markets were noticeably missing when Local Government Minister Norman Whittaker gave an update on the ministry’s “financial situation.”

At a press briefing yesterday, Whittaker outlined areas where funds will soon be spent on the development of markets: Corriverton, Rose Hall, Rosignol, Diamond, and other areas. Improvements of infrastructure, he said, will include the construction of reservoirs, sanitary facilities and tarmacs.

“Our efforts to improve solid waste management is not merely limited to the solid waste of itself but also getting vendors who are significant contributors of