KINGSTON (JIS) -- Cabinet this morning commenced three days of consultations at the Office of the Prime Minister. The consultations are aimed at concluding discussions and decisions on a wide range of matters related to the proper functioning of government. Minister of Information Senator Ruel Reid says the consultations will give the country a firm view of the direction and outlook of the government. “There are several concerns that we have uncovered since we took office as well as the need to discuss in detail the budgetary process. Ministers will be making presentations related to their portfolios and decisions will be made on several important issues for the proper running of the country”.
Senator Reid says the nation will be updated as to the decisions coming out of the retreat in a timely manner in keeping with the government’s commitment to embrace transparency and openness in managing the affairs of the nation.