GOVERNMENT TO RENAME HOSPITAL IN SIR LESTER’S HONOUR

Report filed by Jamie J. Roacher – News Reporter

The government says it will rename Mount St. John’s Medical Centre in honor of National Hero and former Prime Minister Sir Lester Bird next month.

Cabinet notes say a three-member Cabinet committee will determine the date and time for the event.

The announcement after Sir Lester’s family revealed a lower leg amputation was carried out after a toe infection had progressed.

Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne and other Cabinet members have already visited the recovering 83-year-old retired statesman.

Information Minister Hon. Melford Nicholas says the government assures Sir Lester of continued support.

Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams first announced plans to rename the hospital in Sir Lester’s honour during the 2018 Throne Speech.