Member of Parliament for West Kingston Desmond McKenzie has announced that he will increase the reward for information leading to the arrest of another suspect in the murder of 3 year old Jayce Pinnock to $1m.

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Permanent Secretary in the Education Ministry Dr. Kasan Troupe says there are 93 shelterees in the educational institutions, a significant reduction in relation to earlier numbers.

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Mr. Vaz's reassurance comes amidst the government's efforts to develop and finalize Jamaica's National Ride-Hailing Policy.

It also follows media reports highlighting the concerns of some operators regarding potential market imbalance and unfair competition.

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He issued the warning at Jayce's funeral at the Pentecostal City Church in Denham Town, Kingston this afternoon.

Jayce and his father 31-year-old Kerrio died days apart following a gun attack at their home in Denham Town on Saturday February 21.

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Phase one of the programme was launched on January 29 and implemented on February 2 this year.

Minister of Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation Ambassador Audrey Marks gave the update at yesterday's Post Cabinet Press Briefing.

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The ORA is aimed at strengthening coordination, improving accountability, and enhancing the management of Jamaica’s road network.Works Minister Robert Morgan and Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie met with mayors last week about the Authority.

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The Ministry indicates that this is an improvement as the figure stood at over 1,000 when schools resumed in January.

Chairman of the Education Transformation Oversight Committee , E-TOC, Dr. Adrian Stokes, says while the majority of students have returned to formal learning environments the matter is of concern as the Ministry seeks to ensure that no child is left behind.

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The meeting, which is slated to begin at 1 PM, will be hosted by the Public Procurement Commission (PPC) and the Small Business Association of Jamaica (SBAJ).The engagement forms part of activities marking World Sustainable Procurement Day, and is aimed at empowering MSMEs.

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This from Minister with responsibility for Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Ambassador Audrey Marks, at yesterday's post cabinet press briefing. She announced the implementation of a new Electronic Signature and Records Policy to standardise secure digital transactions across Government at the briefing.

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Dr Brown Burke said the programme is flawed and wants it to be rectified immediately. Her concern follows reports of challenges experienced by beneficiaries in accessing ROOFS vouchers and materials.

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