Jamaica
Local Governance Act
Local Governance Act, 2016, Part IV (Meetings)
30/100
Sunshine Score
30/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 4 days |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | 7 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Not allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature exempt |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
4 days
Online posting: Not required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Not allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Online posting: Not required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Any person with a legitimate interest may seek judicial review
Enforcement Body
Ministry of Local Government; Auditor General; Integrity Commission
Scope
This law applies to:
Legislature: Exempt (follows own rules)
Sources & References
Notes
Jamaica's Local Governance Act 2016 modernised the framework for parish councils and municipal corporations. Part IV requires council meetings to be open to the public; the council may exclude the public only by resolution and only on specific grounds (personnel, legal advice, land acquisition). Notice and agenda must be published. The Ministry of Local Government supervises compliance; the Auditor General audits financial practice.