Grace Kennedy Limited will be implementing an average price increase, of 9 per cent on non-alcoholic beverages, come Friday. In a customer notice, the company said the increase applies to general trade customers - primarily small, independent and traditional retail outlets.
The Sugar Industry Authority (SIA) says tens of thousands of tonnes of brown sugar - valued at billions of dollars - are being imported illegally and circulating annually without authorisation.
SIA's acting Chief Executive Officer, Rupert Steel says the country is facing a widespread and ongoing problem of illegal brown sugar entering the market.
Yesterday, residents and taxi operators blocked a section of the Lacovia main road near the Burnt Savannah intersection to protest against the condition of the road.Speaking with IRIE FM News, Mr. Shaw says these roadways were impacted by the passage of Hurricane Melissa last October.
The Jamaica Teachers Association, (JTA) says preparations are in high gear for salary negotiations with the Ministry of Finance and Public Service, today.
The meeting is set for 8:30 am at the ministry's office in downtown Kingston.
Opposition leader Mark Golding is calling on National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang to reject the notion that there is no need for cops to wear body-worn cameras during certain operations. Golding's call comes amidst renewed discussions about the devices, with Dr. Chang arguing that they will pose a threat to the lives of police officers in some situations.