Gov’t looking at new economic model for Black River coastline

Gov’t looking at new economic model for Black River coastline

WESTERN BUREAU: Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says the Government has no intention of abandoning the hurricane-ravaged coastal communities of Black River, St Elizabeth, but will instead pursue a new economic development model that balances environmental protection, sustainable livelihoods and reduced exposure to natural disasters. He said the proposed transformation would create opportunities for fishing, tourism and other environmentally sus…