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he sly being housed at Diamond. The Region has so far recorded nine cases, with one death and one recovery.
Expressing the hope that the region’s residents comply with all guidelines issued in order for them to remain safe, Gordon said he is hopeful that the numbers would always be small so that a situation does not arise where more space or additional beds have to be secured.
Highlighting the comfort he said the facilities will offer, the HEC head said that each room will have a fan and radio, while the buildings will have access to Wi-Fi and a library to ensure comfort and relaxation.
He said that while they had bought a number of pillows and linen, there is need for more and so they will be making additional purchases. He also said another coat of paint will be applied to the buildings to spruce up appearance and bring completion to preparatory works.
But the release quotes Gordon as saying “we are set right now and can begin to accommodate.”
Gordon, the release said, also noted that with the region having quarantine and isolation centres, performance of those required to offer services must be of a high standard.
On this point, the press release said, Gordon underscored that relevant education is provided along with rigorous screening for personnel who are going to be employed at the centres. “We established clear criteria of those who we are looking for as we must ensure that those selected can perform their work unimpeded,” he noted.
He added that the condition of the centres and the quality of meals offered must remain at the highest standard.
Gordon disclosed that while there are plans to increase both the quarantine and isolation centres, they are starting with limited numbers owing to severe financial challenges.
The release said, however, that within the last week the Finance Ministry, which was initially responsible for causing delay, came to the region’s rescue, and works resumed.