Reasons given by @nepajamaica for previously denying the application for mining/quarrying at RioBueno/DryHarbour Mtn/Bengal, St Ann in May 2020. 1. The proposed development is contrary and not in keeping with the provisions of the St Ann Development order 1/

2. The area is not a designated quarry zone. 2/

3. A quarry of this nature, size, scale and intensity will have a deleterious effect on the environment in general and the surrounding uses.. 3/

4. The impact and loss of biodiversity and natural resources in an area of environmental significance and unique biodiversity is irreplaceable. 4/

5. The quarry is located in an area that has porous limestone and is part of two watersheds. The underground hydrology will be impacted. 5/

6. The development will exacerbate the air quality impacts on the air shed. Also, the development may have a deleterious impact on public health particularly from dust and noise generation.. 6/

7. The unprecedented number of objections from residents and stakeholders.. 7/

8. The comments from key partner, the Forestry Dept., that while the environmental impact assessment 'explores the impact of the quarrying operations, it does not propose feasible and effective mitigation measures geared ... 8/

8. Con't...towards minimizing the overall negative impact of the quarry on the forested areas.'

9. A govt source advised the appeal was heard by Minister Leslie Campbell and the appeal decision signed by the PM @AndrewHolnessJM

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