This, against the background of persistent discrimination and marginalisation experienced by Rastafarians in the region and internationally.The decision was taken at the 42nd Inter-Sessional Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government held on May 8.

This was revealed in the April Labour Force Survey released by STATIN yesterday.The reference week for the survey was April 12–18, with comparisons made with April 2025.

The National Water Commission (NWC) says it will implement water regulation measures starting July 3, for the Constant Spring Water Treatment facility in St. Andrew, due to declining inflows at the Hermitage Dam.In a statement, the NWC says the current data indicate the Hermitage Dam is at 65.4% of its 393.5 million-gallon capacity, reflecting reduced inflows associated with the ongoing dry spell.

According to the Government, the MOU will provide for Third-Country Nationals transferred from the U.S. to transit through Jamaica to their final destination. The Opposition People's National Party (PNP), has criticised the initiative noting that 'dangerous' people will be brought into the country.

Dr. Wheatley's continued presence in the Cabinet, after the Commission recommended he be charged for offences, including illicit enrichment, was among several of the concerns raised at this morning's civil society group protest in Cross Roads, Kingston. Mr. Golding, along with scores of placard-bearing demonstrators, dressed in yellow, gathered around the Cross Road clock and war memorial, amplifying the call for Dr. Wheatley's removal.