Businessman Don Wehby has formally resigned from Jamaica’s Senate, making a second emptiness within the nation’s Higher Home of Parliament for the ruling Jamaica Labour Occasion (JLP) to fill.
Wehby, who beforehand served as a minister with out portfolio within the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, not too long ago took momentary go away from his position as Group Chief Govt Officer at GraceKennedy Restricted, citing well being causes. His departure from the Senate comes simply weeks after Matthew Samuda, one other JLP member, resigned in September to deal with his profitable marketing campaign for the North East St Ann constituency within the Home of Representatives.
Following his election, Samuda returned to his ministerial duties within the Ministry of Development and Job Creation, leaving the Senate seat vacant.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness expressed gratitude for Wehby’s contributions, commending his “sterling nationwide service” to the Senate. “Senator Wehby has been a steadfast advocate for the wants of the Jamaican individuals, bringing invaluable industrial and entrepreneurial insights into the legislative course of. All through his tenure, he has championed insurance policies that mirror his dedication to shared prosperity, financial stability, and sustainable nationwide growth,” Holness said.
Holness additional praised Wehby’s distinctive contributions, emphasizing how his non-public sector expertise enhanced the federal government’s strategy to nationwide coverage. “Don’s presence within the Senate has been instrumental in shaping insurance policies that help each our financial objectives and the pursuits of the Jamaican individuals,” Holness stated. “His contributions have introduced a singular non-public sector perspective to nationwide governance, making certain the Administration’s strategy stays balanced and forward-looking. We’re deeply saddened by his departure. On behalf of the individuals and the Authorities of Jamaica, I thank Senator Wehby for his contribution to the Senate and need him a speedy restoration.”
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With Wehby and Samuda’s seats now open, the JLP is predicted to appoint successors within the coming weeks.
