Opposition Spokesperson on National Security Senator Peter Bunting is calling on the government to fix the issues linked to the payment of overtime monies to police officers. 

Mr. Bunting who was speaking at the Jamaica Police Federation's 82nd Annual Joint Central Conference today said the issue is a major one.

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The mother of  Gia Griniell who was fatally shot at  home in Mandeville, Manchester last week,  will be facing the court, after being charged in relation to the 4 year old's death. 

Gia died from a gunshot wound to the head. 

Her mother, 38-year-old Yanique Brown reported to the police that she had put her children to bed and went to the bathroom when a loud explosion was heard.

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The authorities continue to clamp down on praedial larcenists with 139 arrests made last year.

Agriculture Minister Floyd Green made the revelation during his Sectoral Debate Presentation in Parliament this afternoon.

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The Ministry of Agriculture has started the process of designing a farmers' pension scheme.

Portfolio Minister Floyd Green made the announcement during his Sectoral Debate Presentation in Parliament this afternoon.

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The Health Ministry is urging members of the public to guard against the effects of the Saharan Dust that is affecting the island.

The arrival of the Saharan dust layer is not unusual for the Caribbean. 

The weather phenomenon occurs annually, usually between May and October.

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.Musician Naki Wailer is five years later, still looking for information leading to justice for the disappearance of Jean Watt more popularly called Sister Jean.

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This is amidst public frustration, especially in communities still experiencing water challenges.Acknowledging the frustration, Minister Samuda noted that the Government is making bold investments to restore comfort to households that have waited decades for reliable access.

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Opposition Spokesman on citizen security and productivity, Peter Bunting, this morning commended Police Commissioner, Dr. Kevin Blake, for the acceleration of promotions throughout the force.Mr. Bunting was addressing service members at the Police Federation Conference.

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Thirty-seven members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), who passed away between May 2024 and this year, were honoured during the Police Federation Conference now underway.

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The placard-bearing healthcare workers took to Sam Sharpe Square in St. James this morning to further register their anger over the matter.This morning's demonstration follows similar action in several parishes, including Kingston and St. Andrew, St. Ann and St. Elizabeth last week.

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