Finance For The Over 60 Crowd

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is joining forces with the Ministry of Health, Heart Foundation of Jamaica, and the National Food Industry Task Force to empower Jamaican consumers to make healthier choices. This as the CAC launches a health and financial wellness public education campaign.

The 2019/20 Budget debate ends today but among the biggest takeaways so far has been the Government’s plan to give up some 14 billion dollars in taxes, placing that money back in the pockets of business owners and you the consumers. On today’s programme we’re discussing the benefits of the revenue measures with a few Business Leaders.

Data is showing a steady increase in the number of women entering professions traditionally considered male-dominated, many even rising to the ranks of leadership.

More money is to become available to the country if needed; approximately 223 million US dollars to be exact. That’s because Jamaica has remained committed to its relationship with the IMF.

The Ministry of Education, Youth and Information will engage students, teachers and the general public in all things mathematics from March 24 to 29 during National Mathematics Week. Maths Week is a component of the Ministry’s public education and marketing campaign to highlight mathematics, its importance and improve attitudes towards the subject.