PNP reiterates that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession despite contrary claims by government

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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Finance spokesman Robinson outlines PNP proposals for addressing cost of living concerns

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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JCTU welcomes indication from government that wages will not be tied to the GDP

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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GCT on electricity for JPS postpaid residential customers to be reduced to 7% 

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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Finance Minister Fayval Williams says gvrnt has access to over $130B in a special shock absorption fund

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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Three women charged with murder of Digicel employee Kevin Walker

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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Man shot and wounded after allegedly threatening police with piece of board in Spalding

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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Gov’t to outline plans to acquire more land to facilitate large housing projects

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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JFJ hopes that issues with Mario Deane trial will not persist today

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

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St. Catherine North police seize over 200 pounds of ganja

The opposition People’s National Party has reiterated that Jamaica is experiencing an economic recession, despite claims to the contrary by the governing Jamaica Labour Party.

Spokesman on finance Julian Robinson stressed that there are different types of recessions, and that 2 consecutive quarters of negative economic growth, indicates a recession.

In making his contribution to the budget debate in parliament yesterday, Mr Robinson chided the JLP administration for using the false narrative of the effects of Hurricane Beryl, as the reason for the poor growth rate.

He said regardless of the definition, the reality is that citizens are experiencing economic hardships.

Read More