Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has stated that reconstruction spending  to come under the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority, NaRRA, will be the single largest economic intervention that Jamaica will make in a generation.

He told the country's business people that there is a possibility Jamaica could increase its Gross Domestic Product , GDP,  by more than 20 percent.

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The St. Catherine north police have listed 9 men as persons on interest in relation to crimes committed in the division over the past few months.

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Water Minister Matthew Samuda has re-emphasised concern about the risks posed by back yard pits due to potential ground water contamination.

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"Jamaica's borders are not easy targets."

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He made the statement at the Spring Village bridge opening in Old Harbour, St. Catherine today. According to the Prime Minister, the Government must be objective when carrying out projects

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Minister of Water Matthew Samuda, noted that the project marks the latest phase of the broader Santa Cruz water supply improvement programme. Speaking at the ground breaking ceremony yesterday, Mr. Samuda said the project will replace the three-inch cast iron pipeline installed over 50 years ago, with a durable six-inch ductile iron pipeline.

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In a release today, the OUR said the team will also undertake necessary preparations, and review the final report to determine its validity, the relevance of JPS‘ recommendations, and the actions specified by JPS that are to follow. The OUR said the team is authorised to provide the OUR with advice on the necessary resources, including the engagement of any external expertise, to ensure a thorough and comprehensive examination of the blackout incident.

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“Free” was the reaction from dancehall artiste Munga Honorable after he and his co-accused were freed of murder charges that had hung over them for almost a decade.

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Comedian, actor and content creator Majah Hype says there is not enough unity among Caribbean comedians.

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Vaz Preparatory School, one of the island's most prestigious early education institutions, is celebrating its Diamond Jubilee this year.

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