The Jamaica Labour Party has issued a statement urging the government to work with the banks to find ways to avoid any cost increase at this time, since Jamaicans -in their opinion- could not afford it at the moment

The government is providing aid to farmers affected by the current drought conditions by supporting several communities in Clarendon, St. Elizabeth, Manchester and Trelawny, the hardest hit

The launch of the National Rums of Jamaica Foundation has been welcomed by the Minister of Education and Youth who said it is an excellent example of corporate social engagement that reinforces the importance of partnerships in education

Upon completion, the section of Southern Coastal Highway Improvement Project leading to Morant Bay will be named "the Right Excellent Paul Bogle Highway," in honor of the national hero who gave his life in the fight against oppression and injustice

Over 8.000 participants from 200 schools were trained in restorative justice and Justice Minister Hon. Delroy Chuck encouraged them to become advocates for the conflict resolution method in their schools and communities