It follows a report from the Integrity Commission and a ruling that Dr. Wheatley be charged with a number of offences, to include alleged illicit enrichment. Spokesman on Finance Julian Robinson said he finds it ironic that Dr. Wheatley was brought back to the Cabinet following his exit in 2018, due to another allegation, relating to corruption, when he was the Minister of Energy.

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Delano Seiveright is calling on Jamaican diaspora to help share what he describes as one of the most significant crime reduction success stories in Jamaica's modern history, arguing that improving public safety is strengthening investor confidence, accelerating economic growth and helping to reshape international perceptions of the country. Addressing the 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, Seiveright said that while crime has historically been one of Jamaica's greatest challenges and among the biggest barriers to investment and economic development, the country is now seeing measurable and sustained progress that deserves greater international recognition.

The call follows a report from the Integrity Commission which was tabled in Parliament yesterday. The Commission has determined that Dr. Wheatley be charged with a number of offences, to include illicit enrichment.

Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA) President Mark Malabver says the union will soon approach the Government regarding special compensation for teachers in western parishes affected by Hurricane Melissa. While not divulging specific details, Mr. Malabver said there are policies that outline how teachers and schools are to be treated in the aftermath of hurricanes and other natural disasters.

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reiterated that the Government is developing a policy to guide the urban renewal process, especially for communities in Kingston. Speaking at a Land Titling ceremony for Ackee Walk and Jackson Town in St. Andrew today, Dr. Holness explained that the housing stock is deteriorating in some communities, and that some residents are displacing others when they make certain housing decisions.