Permanent Secretary O’keiffe Visits National Landfill to Strengthen Waste Management Efforts

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Permanent Secretary O’keiffe Visits National Landfill to Strengthen Waste Management Efforts

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs,

Mr. Colin Okeiffe

, continues his ongoing series of visits to departments and facilities under his portfolio.

As part of these efforts, the Permanent Secretary recently toured the

national landfill

, where he engaged with staff and stakeholders to assess current operations and conditions on the ground. The visit forms part of a broader strategy to evaluate infrastructure and explore opportunities for modernising waste management systems across the country.

Permanent Secretary O’keiffe Visits National Landfill to Strengthen Waste Management Efforts

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The Ministry is currently examining how best to improve environmental and operational standards at the landfill through the introduction of updated technology, improved processes, and sustainable practices. These improvements are aimed at enhancing both environmental protection and the well-being of workers and surrounding communities.

Mr. Okeiffe reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to modernising public health infrastructure, and underscored the importance of collaborative planning in addressing long-standing environmental challenges.

Permanent Secretary O’keiffe Visits National Landfill to Strengthen Waste Management Efforts

This story was first published by Antigua News on July 29, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/29/permanent-secretary-okeiffe-visits-national-landfill-to-strengthen-waste-management-efforts. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (4)

  • Apex Jones July 29, 2025, 8:19 AM

    So everyone has on protective gear as they should but he as the head sets no good example
    Reply
  • Terry July 29, 2025, 12:24 PM

    Modern technology? Please include methane capture and leachate management. We can’t keep burying trash like it’s 1980.
    Reply
  • Michael July 29, 2025, 12:25 PM

    A step in the right direction, but I’d like to know if they’re involving community members in these discussions.
    Reply
  • Informed citizen July 29, 2025, 4:11 PM

    Hope Permanent Secretary O’keiffe’s visit leads to real modernization of our waste management. The landfill is over capacity; we urgently need sustainable practices like better recycling and waste-to-energy solutions to truly strengthen efforts.
    Reply

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