Thursday, November 21, 2024 Clement Reid News No comments
Rank and file members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force are reportedly restive. Chairman of the Jamaica Police Federation Sergeant Arlean McBean told Irie FM News this morning that the workers are restive over monies for added hours owed to them. She said while the members are restive, they remain on the job.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 Myesha Broadie News No comments
The Labour Ministry says it is developing a strategic approach to address the concerns being reported by workers in the tourism sector. This follows a series of protests by workers of at least 4 hotels recently. The workers were demanding better wages and working conditions.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 Myesha Broadie News No comments
The Child Protection and Family Services Agency, CPFSA, says it has taken a four-year-old boy into its care,  following a house fire off Mountain View Avenue, Kingston on Saturday, which claimed the life of a 1 year old. The deceased child has been identified as Saden Ennis.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 Patrice Walters News No comments
The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is projecting a negative outlook for Jamaica for this fiscal year. The negative outlook is due to the effects of Hurricane Beryl and other weather related events on the country over the past few months.
Thursday, November 21, 2024 Natalie Campbell News No comments
The education ministry says a full investigation is underway into two incidents on Tuesday which left one child dead and another nursing wounds. The ministry says it's awaiting the official reports to ascertain further details.