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Prime Minister urges caution in light of recent weather events, Outgoing IMF Mission Chief confident in Jamaica’s ability to manage its economic affairs and Jamaica looking to ratify Kigali Agreement in two years.

Tourism Ministry working to mitigate effects of Thomas Cook fallout, Prime Minister says Jamaica Closer to Developed Country Status and Health and Wellness Ministry signs framework agreement with 10 radiology providers.

Finance Minster tables first supplementary estimates, National water commission to increase trucking capacity and Jamaica Cuba eye-care programme extended.

JCF lauded for swift response to provide service to commuters during public sector transportation disruption, JUTC Resumes Operation on Phased Basis, and global tourism centre to Provide Funding Support to the Bahamas.

Schools in the Corporate Area close early, Prime Minister reports gains under Climate Fund Initiative and NWC implementing bill redemption system for customers facing disruptions.

Transport Minister urges calm among PPV operators in light of recent killings; JUTC expresses condolences to family and friends of slain employee and taxi operator And JCF to roll out revamped traffic management System next month.

Government proposes key measures to protect marine environment; 120 teachers to be trained to diagnose and correct language based learning disabilities in students and farmers being encouraged to plant more breadfruit trees.

Prime Minister in New York for UN General Assembly, Police get 80 new bikes and improved access to medical services for Rock River and Christiana residents.

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Faval Williams says the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica will operate more efficiently once its functions are fully absorbed into the ministry. Minister Williams says the move will allow for a more comprehensive grasp of the needs of Jamaica’s energy sector. The move will also allow the government to move faster in its decision-making processes geared...

The States of Public Emergency declared in the parishes of St Catherine and Clarendon have been extended until October 19. Prime Minister Andrew Holness initially tabled a motion in the House of Representatives on Tuesday for a 90-day extension of the enhanced security measure.

IMF lauds Jamaica for successfully completing stand-by arrangement; Motorists urged to exercise caution at 3 miles intersection; and China invests over 2 billion dollars in Jamaica.

Major traffic ticket backlog cleared; breastfeeding laws being reviewed; and rainy weather expected over the weekend.