Prime Minister Gaston Browne has acknowledged the slow progress in the construction of the St. Mary’s South playing field viewing stand, agreeing with St. Mary’s South MP Kelvin Simon that the project is significantly behind schedule. During a recent session of the House of Representatives, Simon raised concerns about the delays, emphasizing that with only two months remaining in the year, the completion of the facility seems unlikely. Browne expressed his shared frustration, stating, “The viewing stand should have been completed by now.” He pledged to personally intervene to ensure the project is finished “within the shortest possible time.” The Prime Minister also mentioned that he would instruct the Minister for Rural East to investigate the contractor responsible for the delays. Browne clarified that there are no known issues with payments, suggesting that the contractor’s inefficiency is the primary cause of the holdup. While acknowledging that adverse weather conditions, such as rainfall, may have contributed to the delays, Browne emphasized that the construction of a viewing stand is not a complex task. He vowed to monitor the situation closely to ensure swift progress. The project, which includes both a viewing stand and an upgraded playing field, is designed to support local athletes and provide a recreational space for the St. Mary’s South community. The Prime Minister’s commitment to expediting the project reflects the government’s focus on addressing community needs and improving public infrastructure.