The All Saints Road repairs set to start in October

The Ministry of Works has announced the date for the start of repairs to the All Saints Road, one of the most-traveled thoroughfares in the country and one which remains largely untouched by recent road improvements.

The ministry said work on the All Saints Road will begin in October and that it will be financed by the $100 million major road improvement project which the government will undertake.

Financing for this project comes from a loan which the government has negotiated with a consortium of local banks and which is backed by an increase in vehicle licence fees that parliament approved earlier this year.

Minister of State in the Minister of Works, Senator Clement Antonio explained that the delays in the commencement of work on the All Saints Road had much to do with the need to conduct certain engineering studies that will guide the road crew when the repairs commerce.

The announcement of the date for the start of the roadworks is contained in the Ministry of Works response to a road user on its interactive social media page.

Meanwhile, on Wednesday, road crews were dispatched to the ARG Roundabout, Old Parham Road restoring the asphalt following APUA’s laying of distribution pipes. Other teams were in Golden Grove Extension conducting concrete roadworks in the area. This as extensive roadworks continue in the Lightfoot area as well.

In related development, the ministry has emphasized that proper drainage is critical to the strength and safety of the road network, as it prevents flooding, reduces erosion, and extends the lifespan of its investments in infrastructure.

“Without effective drainage, even well-built roads can quickly deteriorate under heavy rainfall and rising water levels. That is why we continue to tackle drainage challenges across the island—installing, upgrading, and maintaining systems to better manage storm water and protect communities. This ongoing work ensures not only smoother travel but also greater resilience to the impacts of climate change,” the ministry said in a social media post.