Neurosurgical Drill: PNP Alleges Corruption in Procurement. The parliamentary opposition announced on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, that it would be contacting the Auditor General. They will also reach out to the Integrity Commission. Their aim is to investigate the multi-million dollar purchase of a neurosurgical drill for the Bustamante Hospital for Children. The opposition has criticized the $31 million price tag as excessive and insulting to taxpayers.
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Corruption Scandal: Four Narcotics Cops charged
Four JCF members attached to the Narcotics branch were indicted in corruption scandal Corruption Scandal: Four Narcotics Cops charged. The Jamaica Constabulary Force has filed corruption-related charges against four of its members. All four individuals are assigned to the Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division. The authorities formally indicted the men on Tuesday afternoon, April 8, … Continue reading Corruption Scandal: Four Narcotics Cops charged
Legal Battle: PM Holness Challenges Integrity Commission’s Report.
The Integrity Commission has received court documents from Prime Minister Andrew Holness' legal team, related to a judicial review concerning a report on his financial matters. The report reveals an investigation into potential illicit enrichment, prompting political controversy. Holness claims constitutional violations by the Commission, seeking to invalidate relevant laws.
Corruption Charges Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams Explained.
The U.S. Attorney's Office has charged Mayor Eric Adams with corruption, alleging he misused his position for personal benefits, including luxury travel. In exchange, he facilitated fire department approvals for a Turkish diplomatic building. Adams denies wrongdoing and claims the investigation is politically motivated. Meanwhile, Jamaica's PM Holness seeks to invalidate a critical corruption report against him.
PNP Demands Holness Resignation Over Integrity Report Findings.
The Opposition People's National Party (PNP) has called for Prime Minister Andrew Holness to resign following a report that raises concerns about his financial integrity. They allege that he misled the public regarding investigations into illicit enrichment. The Jamaica Labour Party defends Holness, insisting that the report shows no wrongdoing and criticizing the PNP's motives.
Major Concerns: PM Holness and His Statutory Declaration.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness faces scrutiny from the Integrity Commission (IC) over his statutory declarations amid allegations and speculation surrounding his financial dealings. With general elections near, he allowed Parliament to review the IC report revealing his twenty-eight bank accounts, connections to tax-free companies, and transactions exceeding $470 million. Senate President Tavares-Finson defended Holness, claiming the IC cannot initiate referrals for investigations.
Survey says: Politicians and police are Jamaica’s two most corrupt groups.
According to a recent survey conducted by Don Anderson's Market Research Services Limited and commissioned by National Integrity Action, shocking revelations have been brought to light. A significant proportion of Jamaicans hold the belief that politicians and members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force are the most corrupt groups in the country. These damning survey findings, … Continue reading Survey says: Politicians and police are Jamaica’s two most corrupt groups.
Does the Jamaican political class have the will to stamp out corruption?
It's absolutely infuriating to witness Jamaican society slowly descending into a state reminiscent of a banana republic. The alarming rates of murders and other crimes, coupled with the pervasive corruption within the government, private sector, and public sphere, serve as glaring indicators of this disheartening transformation. One can't help but suspect those in positions of … Continue reading Does the Jamaican political class have the will to stamp out corruption?
FID said stolen SSL laptops won’t impact the case, but police are tight-lipped.
The alleged theft of five laptop computers from Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) offices in Hope Road, St Andrew, has raised suspicions regarding the ongoing investigation into a multi-million-dollar fraud at the investment entity. Chief technical director of the Financial Investigations Division (FID), Selvin Haye, dismissed claims circulating on social media that the break-in would … Continue reading FID said stolen SSL laptops won’t impact the case, but police are tight-lipped.
No break for Jean Panton; a Judge remanded her until May 27, 2024.
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jean Panton, the former wealth advisor at Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL) who is accused of multiple fraud charges, has been remanded until May 27, 2024. This decision was made by a Justice in the Home Circuit Court in Kingston, Jamaica, on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Jean-Ann Panton in her wheelchair The … Continue reading No break for Jean Panton; a Judge remanded her until May 27, 2024.