The dome which can accommodate 100 beds and other equipment is being brought into. Works have begun on the foundation ahead of its arrival. Dr Tufton says the facility is valuable and timely and comes through the generosity of overseas based non-governmental organisations.

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Experts at day three of the National Health Research Conference cited a recent survey which highlighted the issue and recommended targeted interventions. Psychiatrist Dr. Kristen Robinson-Barrett said the 2023 National Drug Prevalence Survey revealed widespread use of substances, especially among males.

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The late Detective Corporal Avarine Morris has been hailed as a champion and warrior, who continued to serve and protect, despite having cancer.

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Consultant psychiatrist Professor Wendel Abel has warned that children affected by Hurricane Melissa may face long-term developmental and mental health damage, including an increased risk of self-harm if their trauma is not addressed.

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The amendment seeks to enhance the FID's operational independence and comply with international standards of the Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units, and the Financial Action Task Force (FAT-F)The Egmont Group facilitates secure international information exchange to combat money laundering, terrorism financing and associated financial crimes.

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The concerns relate to information sharing being consistent with government policy, which the Opposition argued could allow for continued, albeit less transparent, political interference.Golding Campbell said this is far from the truth.

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Commanding officer for the division, Senior Superintendent (SSP) Damion Manderson, told IRIE FM News that the incident occurred sometime after 6 PM.

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Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has revealed that Shenseea will be featured on his upcoming album.

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Grammy winner Keznamdi has silenced social media chatter after revealing that Vybz Kartel and his team personally reached out to congratulate him on his Grammy victory.

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The traffic police will be increasing early morning operations in the vicinity of parties, as part of efforts to reduce road crashes.

Commanding Officer for the Public Safety and Traffic Enforcement Branch (PSTEB) Senior Superintendent Lloyd Darby says there have been several single vehicle collisions involving persons believed to be returning from events.

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