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BREAKING: PPV operators to get half of their 16% fare increase effective today, the remaining next month

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Shanice Gibbs Breaking News! , News No comments

PPV operators will get half of their 16% fare increase this month and the remaining 8% in July. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz made the revelation at a press conference this morning. The first implementation of the adjustment comes into effect today. More details soon

JUTC will re-adjust its service in Ocho Rios if PPV operators provide unfair /unreliable service to commuters -Vaz

JUTC will re-adjust its service in Ocho Rios if PPV operators provide unfair /unreliable service to commuters -Vaz

Effective May 20, the JUTC reduced the frequency of its Ocho Rios service in response to concerns raised by Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators.The operators lamented that the JUTC was stealing their passengers and, in essence, reducing their profits.

UHWI assures measures have been implemented to prevent repeat of payments to ‘ghost employees’ accounts

UHWI assures measures have been implemented to prevent repeat of payments to ‘ghost employees’ accounts

During a recent meeting of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), it was revealed that money being paid out to such accounts was among internal issues brought to the attention of the hospital board, which served from November 2022 to December 2023.

Integrity Commission recommends that Security Ministry conduct audit of vaults at FLA

Integrity Commission recommends that Security Ministry conduct audit of vaults at FLA

This to determine the full extent of missing ammunition, and to ensure that all firearms on record are properly accounted for.The Commission said the recommendation is based on the fact, that only 17% of the 4,103 entries on the electronic vault management system were checked and significant anomalies

National Security Minister says Integrity Commission report on FLA has no recommendation for criminal charge

National Security Minister says Integrity Commission report on FLA has no recommendation for criminal charge

He adds that the report does not show evidence to support allegations that firearms were missing from the main vault of the FLA.

Dr. Chang issued a statement on the matter yesterday, when the report was being tabled in the Lower House of parliament.

Opposition says phased PPV fare increase is unusual and extremely disrespectful

Opposition says phased PPV fare increase is unusual and extremely disrespectful

The Opposition is describing the two-phased fare increase announced by transport minister Daryl Vaz, today as highly unusual and extremely disrespectful to commuters.

Commuters concerned about impact of PPV fare increase on cost of living

Commuters concerned about impact of PPV fare increase on cost of living

Jamaicans are questioning the timing of the 8 per cent fare increase that was granted to Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators this morning.Another 8 per cent will be granted on July 1.

Some PPV operators suggest salary increase/travel stipend for commuters to cushion impact of fare adjustment

Some PPV operators suggest salary increase/travel stipend for commuters to cushion impact of fare adjustment

Some Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators who ply routes in Kingston and St. Andrew are suggesting that salary increases or travel stipends for commuters could help to cushion the financial impact of the fare adjustment.Eight per cent of the fare increase comes into effect today, while the remaining

Vaz warns of zero-tolerance approach to PPV operators who overcharge commuters following implemented fare adjustment

Vaz warns of zero-tolerance approach to PPV operators who overcharge commuters following implemented fare adjustment

With an eight per cent fare increase now in effect for public passenger vehicle operators, the Transport Ministry is warning of a zero-tolerance approach to those who overcharge commuters. Portfolio Minister Daryl Vaz gave the caution during a press conference at the Ministry's Kingston office today.It

Tiktok users fuel global comeback for Brick & Lace’s Love is Wicked

Tiktok users fuel global comeback for Brick & Lace’s Love is Wicked

19 years after its release, Brick & Lace’s global hit Love is Wicked has experienced a resurgence in popularity, fueled by the power of social media.

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

Jamaican aviator and social media personality Jabari Brown also known as Captain Treezy has spoken out after he was detained and subsequently released by authorities in Paraguay in connection with a major drug seizure aboard a jet which landed in there over the weekend. Via his Instagram story, Captain

JUTC will re-adjust its service in Ocho Rios if PPV operators provide unfair /unreliable service to commuters -Vaz

Wednesday, June 03, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Effective May 20, the JUTC reduced the frequency of its Ocho Rios service in response to concerns raised by Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators.The operators lamented that the JUTC was stealing their passengers and, in essence, reducing their profits.

UHWI assures measures have been implemented to prevent repeat of payments to ‘ghost employees’ accounts

Wednesday, June 03, 2026 Clement Reid News No comments

During a recent meeting of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), it was revealed that money being paid out to such accounts was among internal issues brought to the attention of the hospital board, which served from November 2022 to December 2023.

No more picking and choosing! Speid throws down gauntlet

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Players who made themselves unavailable for the recent Unity Cup tournament in England, may not be called to represent the Reggae Boyz in the future. That is if Coach Rudolph Speid has his way.

Carey Mcleod accepts two year ban – AIU

Monday, June 01, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

2024 World Indoor Championships bronze medallist Carey Mcleod, has been handed a two-year ban from athletics after admitting to three whereabouts failures.

“The truth was told” – Captain Treezy breaks silence after Paraguay detention

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Local celebrations for the life of Ernie Smith set for June 5

Tuesday, June 02, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Reggae icon Ernie Smith will be remembered and celebrated at a special celebration of life event on Friday, June 5, at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre in Kingston.