Category: Politics

School Safety: An Urgent need Amid Acts Of Gun Violence

School Safety: An Urgent Need Amid Acts Of Gun Violence. Frequent violent gun attacks at or near schools have fast-tracked the need for enhanced security measures to bolster school safety across Jamaica. Within one month, two deadly shootings have unfolded at Rousseau Primary School in St Andrew and one at Holmwood Technical High School in … Continue reading School Safety: An Urgent need Amid Acts Of Gun Violence

Cuba’s Humanitarian Crisis: PNP Called on Government to assist.

Cuba's Humanitarian Crisis: The People's National Party has urgently called on the Jamaican Government to respond swiftly to the dire humanitarian crisis in Cuba. The party spokesperson on Foreign and Regional Affairs, Dr. Angela Brown Burke, said Cuba badly needs help and support. She questioned the absence of an announcement of plans for aid or assistance … Continue reading Cuba’s Humanitarian Crisis: PNP Called on Government to assist.

Parliament Chaos: Opposition Walkout Over No Confidence Motion

On Tuesday, chaos erupted in Parliament as opposition members walked out following Deputy Speaker Heroy Clarke's rejection of Opposition Leader Mark Golding's motion on Prime Minister Andrew Holness' statutory declarations, citing ongoing court proceedings. The walkout highlighted frustrations over accountability and alleged breaches of ethical governance within the government.

Holness Urgently Awaits the Tabling of the Integrity Committee Report.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has expressed his eagerness to have the Integrity Commission's reports on his statutory declarations tabled in Parliament. He emphasized the essential role of the Integrity Commission in promoting transparency and accountability within the government. The Integrity Commission is yet to certify his statutory declarations for 2021 and 2022. During a recent … Continue reading Holness Urgently Awaits the Tabling of the Integrity Committee Report.

The Health Minister sustained injuries after being struck by a car while riding his bicycle.

Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton is hospitalized after being struck by a car while cycling. He suffered a broken wrist, but his condition is not serious. In another incident, a police officer was injured, and an assailant fatally shot during a robbery attempt in Spanish Town. The Opposition is calling for a thorough investigation into a reported fire at Gordon House.

The residents of Woodsville in Hanover passionately implore the relevant authorities to urgently replace the bridge crucial to their survival.

The remote area of Woodsville, Hanover, displays resilience amidst neglect and hardship. The collapse of the main bridge has left residents stranded, prompting them to construct a makeshift bridge themselves. This serves as a symbol of their determination to overcome adversity despite feeling ignored by authorities. Woodsville stands as a beacon of hope and self-reliance in the face of challenges.

‘Keep me out of your fabrications,’ Health and Wellness Minister Chris Tufton told bloggers.

Jamaican Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton warns bloggers of legal consequences for spreading falsehoods linking him to a funeral home. He highlights the negative impact of misinformation and urges people to refrain from spreading deceitful news, especially for political motives. Meanwhile, two women face charges for housebreaking and larceny in Kingston.

The Speaker reluctantly authorizes tabling of the Auditor General’s reports.

Jamaica's Speaker of the House of Representatives, Juliet Holness, has instructed the tabling of two critical reports in Parliament, following public pressure. These reports expose exorbitant spending and mismanagement at Tax Administration Jamaica. Meanwhile, the opposition is contemplating legal action to ensure the reports are presented in Parliament, raising concerns about transparency and governance.