OPPOSITION URGES OUR TO REJECT NWC 51 % TARIFF INCREASE APPLICATION | NEWS

What happened: Opposition spokesman Ian Hayles urged the Office of Utilities Regulation to reject the National Water Commission's application for a 51 per cent tariff increase until the utility shows it is properly managing Jamaica's water resources. Key numbers: 51 per cent tariff increase sought; NWC Why it matters: Acting NWC President Kevin Kerr said the increase would fund an investment plan that would need revision if rejected. Hayles cited Auditor General findings on management and said the OUR should consider no increase until audited accounts and a credible plan are submitted.

Opposition spokesman Ian Hayles urged the Office of Utilities Regulation to reject the National Water Commission's application for a 51 per cent tariff increase until the utility shows it is properly managing Jamaica's water resources.

Acting NWC President Kevin Kerr said the increase would fund an investment plan that would need revision if rejected. Hayles cited Auditor General findings on management and said the OUR should consider no increase until audited accounts and a credible plan are submitted.