The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) says 17 offenders received a combined total of over 250 years in custodial sentences for firearm offences during the first quarter of this year.
According to the JCF it has intensified operations against illegal firearms saying it has received strong validation from the judicial system.
The Jamaican economy is expected to further contract by an estimated 3 to 4% in the April to June quarter relative to the same period last year.
This after the economy contracted by an estimated 5.9% during the January to March 2026 quarter when compared to the same period in 2025.
Thousands of people who lost important documents due to Hurricane Melissa have replaced them under an initiative by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).
Minister with Responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation Audrey Marks gave the update during her contribution to the Sectoral Debate.
The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) says the tourism sector could be negatively impacted if the Hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks are not brought under control.
Director General, Dr. Wayne Henry made the statement while answering questions at a press conference yesterday.
Some 1.1 million motor vehicle registrations have now been processed online under the Government’s Digital Transformation Programme.
Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation Minister, Audrey Marks provided the update yesterday during her contribution to the Sectoral Debate in Parliament.