Potential support for local businesses affected by major roadworks
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WQ.454/2025
WRITTEN QUESTION TO THE MINISTER FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
BY DEPUTY H.L. JEUNE OF ST. JOHN, ST. LAWRENCE AND TRINITY QUESTION SUBMITTED ON MONDAY 1st DECEMBER 2025
ANSWER TO BE TABLED ON MONDAY 8th DECEMBER 2025
Question
"Following questions during the States sitting of 11th November 2025 regarding the impact of major roadworks on Island businesses, will the Minister advise what discussions he has had with the Minister for Infrastructure and with his own officials on progressing potential support for local businesses affected by major roadworks and infrastructure projects, including expected timelines?"
Answer
I have not yet had the opportunity to formally discuss potential support for local businesses with the Minister for Infrastructure but have discussed the matter informally. We will be meeting following this week's Budget debate to consider potential options.
I understand that there is no legal provision for disruption payments for roadworks carried out, the I&E team do look to minimise disruption wherever possible. I am keen to identify how my Department can support these ongoing efforts to ensure that routine roadworks are carried out at with as little disruption as possible.