More JDF support for National Water Commission (NWC)
THE NATIONAL Water Commission (NWC) last night said the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) could be required to increase its support to assist with manning the company's plants. Speaking on 'Good Evening Jamaica' on Power 106FM, Charles Buchanan...

CCCL's management failed to take action
A REPORT commissioned by the Government has confirmed that more than the 500 tonnes of poorly manufactured cement was sold by Caribbean Cement Company Ltd., (CCCL) and that the difference was not subject to the company's March recall.

JCF/Digicel launch info gathering service
THE JAMAICA Constabulary Force (JCF) and Digicel have combined in a new crime-fighting strategy aimed at improving intelligence gathering. The initiative entitled 'Emergency Texting Service' was launched yesterday at the Police Commissioner's Office...

Controversy over female appointment at St George's College - Women's groups offer support
SOME WOMEN'S groups have expressed concern over a controversy that is brewing between the St. George's College Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and the school board, over the pending appointment of a female principal.

Government of Jamaica to benefit from new cellular licences
THE GOVERNMENT is set to earn $1 billion from the sale of another two cellular licences, which will go to two overseas companies. Cabinet has approved the issuance of the licences, subject to finalisation of due diligence procedures.

Absence of right of appeal irks Public Affairs Institute
THE FARQUHARSON Institute of Public Affairs has raised concerns about the absence of a right of appeal for persons affected by a forfeiture order under the Proceeds of Crime Bill now being reviewed by a Joint Select Committee...

Tax exemption on energy saving products granted
AS OF August 1 a range of 30 energy saving products will become GCT and import duty exempt, a move which Government hopes will encourage greater public take-up while reducing the national import fuel bill. Dr. Cezley Sampson, adviser...

Tough toll talks tomorrow
THE TWO-YEAR-LONG struggle between Government and residents of Portmore over the opening of a toll highway will enter a new phase tomorrow. A 15-member delegation of community leaders, with a four-point mandate from residents...