KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Energy, Telecommunications and Transport has announced that tolling on Highway 2000 will recommence at midnight on Monday. The suspension of tolls, which was implemented to facilitate easier access during Hurricane Melissa, will be lifted across all sections of the highway, spanning both East-West and North-South routes. Hurricane Melissa made landfall on October 28, prompting the temporary halt in toll collection to ensure public safety and accessibility. During the suspension, toll operators expressed concerns over bearing the full financial burden of the halted operations. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz explained that the decision to keep the tolls open was influenced by severe flooding on alternative routes, which made Highway 2000 a critical artery for travel. The resumption of tolling marks a return to normal operations, addressing both logistical and financial challenges faced by operators.
