The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) has welcomed the announcement that a new National Identification Bill will be ready by March 31 next year.

PSOJ President Keith Duncan reacting to the announcement said “NIDS” would contribute greatly to the ease of doing business in Jamaica, which is a critical component for attracting investors and creating meaningful growth.

Mr. Duncan says it would also offer tremendous benefit to increasing much needed efficiency in the delivery of services by both the public and private sector.

In a release, the organisation says it also supports the consultative approach that the prime minister indicated has been part of the parliamentary process.

The PSOJ says it remains resolute that the national identification bill is a crucial element to achieve vision 2030 and encourages strong bipartisan support to get it completed, as soon as possible, in the interest of all Jamaicans.