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Jamaica Constabulary Force uses Geospatial Data to Improve Operations, Parliament begins debate on bill to absolve national heroes of criminal liability and Attorney General welcomes building practitioner’s board

All sectors encouraged to use Geographic Information System technology to boost economic growth, Processed Food Amendment Act Passed in Parliament and Bustamante Highway to Remain Closed Till 7 this evening.

National Security Minister lauds security forces for major gun find, motorists advised to avoid Mandela Highway due to delays caused by flooding and Local Government Minister launches Cross Island Run.

Industry stakeholders respond positively to JAPEX Trade show; UNESCO/Heart Trust collaborate to strength TVET agenda and Jamaicans urged to use LED Bulbs.

Jamaica to adopt universal national health fund policy; Cabinet approves legislation to strengthen role of JPs and culture minster calls for support for heritage month activities.

NHT Announces the Expansion of Its Private Developers Programme, Senate Approves Agricultural Credit Bill and Prime Minister reaffirms government’s commitment to free health care policy.

News Recap October 2-6

News Recap October 2 - 6

Prime Minister says government remains committed to building Montego bay bypass, Cabinet Approves Amendments to Poor Relief Act and JCF to roll out three mobile applications as part of modernization efforts.

Business interests urged to increase exports to China, Jamaica to commemorate Cyber Awareness Month in October and 150 District Constables to be recruited within JCF.

Parliament begins debate on MOCA Bill, JDF Receives 4 Auxiliary Vessels and 50,000 Culture Passports to be Distributed Island-wide.

Licensing Authority board to be named next week, Finance Ministry reports improvements in voluntary tax compliance rates and Cabinet approves National Youth Policy.