PERSONS, who could possibly be affected by the ongoing works along the East Coast of Demerara (ECD) Railway Embankment Road, were assured that they would not be callously displaced or severely affected by the ongoing works which would significantly enhance their communities.

This assurance was given by Bishop Juan Edghill, Minister of Public Works, during a walkabout and engagement with residents and farmers along the earmarked project route.
The minister initiated the face-to-face meeting with residents as he walked along the Embankment Road, as engineers and technical officers from the ministry took measurements of properties and assessed potential encroachments on government reserves.

Minister Edghill said that, apart from gathering essential information about land ownership and encroachments, the primary objective of the engagement was also to discuss viable solutions for those who might need to relocate, and for support of farmers whose farmlands will be affected by the ongoing project.
This step is integral to ensuring fair compensation, addressing legal considerations, and facilitating a smooth transition for affected residents.
The exercise along Railway Embankment Road started from Cummings Lodge and concluded at Lusignan.

The ministry’s team was accompanied by teams from Beston (Consultancy Firm) and China Railway First Group (CRFG- Contractor).
Similar engagements have been held with residents and vendors at Plaisance, residents from Cummings Lodge to Lusignan, and at Enmore; this meeting was held at the Lusignan Community Centre. Other meetings were held with residents from Belfield to Ann’s Grove, and with farmers from Hope to Unity.