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5000 workers to benefit from tourism housing assistance recovery programme

Tourism minister Ed Bartlett made the announcement at an appreciation breakfast at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston yesterday.

He said THARP will have over J$2B available to start providing grant support to tourism workers who have been affected, primarily those who have lost roofs

BITU expresses deep concern about JPS’ proposal to defer third-year wage increase for management team

The increase was contractually due to take effect on December 1, under the existing collective labour agreement.

The BITU said at a meeting held on November 17, JPS formally requested a deferral of the negotiated wage increase, citing operational and financial disruptions arising from hurricane Melissa.

Members of the security forces deployed to Haiti to support Gang Suppression Force

The 25 member team has 18 soldiers and 7 police officers. Twelve Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) personnel are being rotated, and one new JCF member will join the contingent.

Jamaica now has 26 members of the security forces deployed to Haiti.

Late Jones strike fires Mobay United back to JPL summit as Spanish Town Police claim historic first win

Montego Bay United have reclaimed the summit of the Wray and Nephew Jamaica Premier League after grinding out a 1–0 victory over Arnett Gardens on Monday to bring Match Day 12 to a close.

Freddie McGregor stands with Jamaica, postpones concert

Reggae legend Freddie McGregor has postponed his upcoming Freddie McGregor and Friends concert due to the impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica.

Jahazeil Myrie focused on carving his own path

Buju Banton’s son, Jahazeil Myrie, says he is stepping away from negativity and no longer has time for negative people or comments.

Riley appointed to World Athletics Coaches’ Commission

Head coach of the Excelsior High School track and field programme, David Riley, has been appointed by the World Athletics Council as a member of the World Athletics Coaches’ Commission.

INDECOM probing triple fatal shooting in St James

The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) is probing the fatal shooting of three persons in St James today. Their names have not been released.

71% of the island’s hotels and attractions reopened today

The Tourism Ministry had designated December 15 as the official date for reopening the sector. The reopening also coincides with the start of the winter tourist season.

JPS customers currently receiving service to see 7% increase on their bills for consumption in November

Jamaica Public Service (JPS) customers who are currently receiving service will see a 7 per cent increase on their bills for consumption in November. The bills will be issued this month. The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR), made the announcement in a statement today.

5000 workers to benefit from tourism housing assistance recovery programme

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

Tourism minister Ed Bartlett made the announcement at an appreciation breakfast at the Norman Manley International Airport in Kingston yesterday. He said THARP will have over J$2B available to start providing grant support to tourism workers who have been affected, primarily those who have lost roofs and homes.

BITU expresses deep concern about JPS’ proposal to defer third-year wage increase for management team

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

The increase was contractually due to take effect on December 1, under the existing collective labour agreement. The BITU said at a meeting held on November 17, JPS formally requested a deferral of the negotiated wage increase, citing operational and financial disruptions arising from hurricane Melissa.

Late Jones strike fires Mobay United back to JPL summit as Spanish Town Police claim historic first win

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Montego Bay United have reclaimed the summit of the Wray and Nephew Jamaica Premier League after grinding out a 1–0 victory over Arnett Gardens on Monday to bring Match Day 12 to a close.

Riley appointed to World Athletics Coaches’ Commission

Monday, December 15, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Head coach of the Excelsior High School track and field programme, David Riley, has been appointed by the World Athletics Council as a member of the World Athletics Coaches’ Commission.