UHWI Gets Flagged for Shady Procurement Practices. Auditor General Pamela Monroe Ellis has highlighted an important issue regarding procurement practices at UHWI that merit our attention. She has observed that some procurement leaders may be splitting government contracts inappropriately. They do this to circumvent regulations meant to ensure fair bidding processes.
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University Hospital of the West Indies, UHWI is under Investigation.
The Integrity Commission of Jamaica is investigating the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) for procurement violations and misuse of tax-exemption status, as highlighted in a recent Auditor General's report. UHWI has provided files to the commission and is cooperating with additional requests from authorities while implementing corrective measures.
33 Million Dollar Discrepancy: KSAMC Social Assistance Program
33 Million Dollar Discrepancy: KSAMC Social Assistance Program. An extensive investigation by the auditor general's department has revealed a substantial financial discrepancy of 33 million dollar. The Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation has been unable to provide information for its expenditures under a housing program for poor persons between 2018 and 2022. J$33 Million … Continue reading 33 Million Dollar Discrepancy: KSAMC Social Assistance Program
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.
Man in wheelchair killed in a vehicle collision in Portland.
Auditor General Pamela Monroe Ellis addressed a committee of Parliament Tuesday, April 18, 2023. And she expressed concerns about the lengthy time it takes to get financial statements from the various ministries and departments of Government.