As it stands now, even though a vehicle is licensed to carry a maximum weight, there is no legislation to enforce specified weight limits. To address the situation, in light of the increased traffic emanating from numerous reconstruction works throughout the State, the ARD has contracted legal draftsperson Ms. Carla Herbert to prepare the law and regulations.

Such legislation is a prerequisite for the disbursement of funds under the next phase of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) funded Bridges and Roads Improvement Project (BRIP).

The proposed weigh scale legislation, which will provide for stiff penalties for drivers who exceed specific weight limits, is scheduled for completion this month.

The draft legislation will be presented to stakeholders, including the Royal Grenada Police Force, private sector groups and other interested parties for discussion. Following the consultative process, the legislation will be forwarded by the ARD for the consideration of Cabinet with a view to begin enforcement early in 2006.