The Government has allocated an additional $1 million to each member of parliament for works undertaken in constituencies. The announcement was made by works Minister Robert Morgan, during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate today.

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This in the wake of lingering concerns from the association about the use of schools as shelters for a prolonged period following Hurricane Melissa last October. Speaking at a forum on Disaster Risk Management and Recovery in Education on Monday, JTA President, Mark Malabver said the policy should clearly set out guidelines, to include how shelterees are to be relocated from schools.

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National security minister, Dr. Horace Chang made the declaration during this morning's post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House. It comes amidst widespread public discourse, and a call from the opposition for clarity regarding the Memorandum of Understanding with the United States to accept Third-Country Nationals (TCN's).

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The Minister's comments come amidst public concern after Justice Minister Delroy Chuck recently noted that Jamaica did not have a human rights problem.

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Opposition Spokesperson on Science, Technology and Digital Transformation, Christopher Brown also noted that the acquisition raises questions about the safeguards required to maintain public confidence in Government decision-making. He argued that Minister Marks holds Cabinet responsibility for efficiency, innovation and digital transformation, a portfolio that directly shapes policy affecting Jamaica’s digital services, payments systems, and wider fintech eco-system.

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The St. Ann Municipal Corporation is reporting that 76 shelters have been deemed ready in the event of a hurricane this year.Chairman of the Corporation, Mayor Michael Belnavis, gave the update during a hurricane preparedness press conference.

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National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang disclosed today that there have been discussions on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Jamaica and the United States to accept non-Jamaican nationals being removed from the U.S. Opposition Spokesperson on Foreign, Regional and Diaspora Affairs, Senator Donna Scott-Mottley says the reports have generated significant public concern and raise important questions that the Government has a responsibility to answer.

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Constable Andrew Wilson was charged following a probe by the Independent Commission of Investigations ( INDECOM) and a ruling by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The charge stems from an incident on May 17, in Granville St. James, during which 45-year-old Bulgin was shot while in her motor car.

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The Jamaica Beach Birthright Environmental Movement (JaBBEM) says the case involving claimed prescriptive rights to access Mammee Bay beach in St. Ann has been postponed until November 6.JaBBEM President, Dr. Devon Taylor, disclosed that the matter, which was scheduled to come before the St. Ann Parish Court yesterday, was rescheduled.

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As the nation continues to confront climate change-related challenges, the Opposition People's National Party is urging Jamaica not to only view the Diaspora as a source of remittances but as a strategic partner in nation-building.The appeal comes as the country observes Diaspora Day today under the theme "Diaspora Partnerships: Rebuilding a More Climate-Resilient Jamaica."

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