Tag: Government

Transport Minister Justifies Highway 2000 Toll Rate Adjustments.

The Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications, and Transport announced toll rate adjustments for Highway 2000, explaining their necessity for road infrastructure maintenance. The proposed rates are subject to public feedback and offer discounts for T-tag users. In other news, missing wards of the state and a fatal stabbing in St Thomas are under investigation. Additionally, a marketing officer in Kingston faces charges of embezzling $2.6 million from customers' accounts.

A Hiace bus collided with a tree, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to 14 others in St Elizabeth.

There was a fatal bus accident on Font Hill Main Road, St Elizabeth, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to 14 people. Deputy Superintendent of Police Paul Bernard expressed concern about the high murder rate in rural areas of St Catherine North Division. Additionally, there are renewed calls for traffic lights at an intersection following a pedestrian fatality.

Tragic Incident at Grange Hill High: Boy Fatally Shot, Girl Injured Following Sports Day

A devastating event unfolded at Grange Hill High as a boy lost his life, and a girl sustained injuries in a shooting incident following the school's sports day. Gunman fatally shot during attempted robbery. Government to foot Privy Council legal fees. Chinese businessman robbed at home in St Mary.

DPP Paula Llewellyn has decided to step aside amidst concerns about the validity of her extended tenure.

Amid a ruling's ambiguity, Jamaica's Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Paula Llewellyn, steps aside, prompting plans for an interim DPP appointment. The Attorney General's office intends to appeal the court's decision while facing opposition calls for resignations. Concurrently, resignations and appointments within the Jamaica Labor Party are reshaping key leadership positions.

MP Headed to Integrity Commission Office in Response to Summons.

Member of Parliament Robert Chin confirmed his attendance at the Integrity Commission's office in response to a summons regarding financial statements. Meanwhile, Police Commissioner Dr. Kevin Blake announced significant leadership changes in the Jamaica Constabulary Force during an All-Officers' Conference, signaling a new era under his leadership.

Jamaican Gazette: Trending political news in Jamaica.

Political News Roundup: In this news, PNP Mark Golding called Venesha Phillips a traitor. Venesha Phillips hits back at Mark Golding, and St Thomas police launched a probe into an altercation between a JLP councilor and a PNP supporter. "Traitor!" Golding Slams Venesha Phillips for Leaving PNP. PNP president Mark Golding passionately branded the councilor … Continue reading Jamaican Gazette: Trending political news in Jamaica.

Will PM Holness call the local government elections by February as promised?

There is fervent speculation echoing through the streets of Jamaica, suggesting that the Hon. Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, may renege on his promise to call the Local Government Elections by February 2024. This purported course of action is attributed to a decline in his poll numbers. Andrew Holness is widely recognized for failing to uphold … Continue reading Will PM Holness call the local government elections by February as promised?

Supreme Court hears PNP challenge of DPP’s retirement age change in November.

The Supreme Court of Jamaica will take up a lawsuit filed by the Opposition People's National Party (PNP) challenging the legality of the recent constitutional amendments to extend the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) retirement age in November.