AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHealthcare & Labour: Jamaica’s Health Ministry says it’s on high alert for possible doctor service disruptions as the JMDA warns the Industrial Disputes Tribunal must rule by Friday in an overtime dispute. Law & Finance: The Lower House passed Jamaica’s Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2026 with amendments, while Opposition finance spokesman Julian Robinson argues it’s “defensive” and may not build an industry. Economy & Markets: Scotiabank raised its Scotia Group Jamaica buyout offer to $75 per share, sparking quick trading reaction on the JSE. Public Safety: Police say alleged heist mastermind Shane Clarke (“Giant”) was fatally shot in Claremont, St Catherine, after a running gun battle. Roads & Accountability: A road maintenance “blame game” heats up between works minister Robert Morgan and PNP councillors over parochial road funding and management. Sports: Reggae Boyz coach Rudolph Speid says Jamaica failed to execute in a 1-0 loss to 10-man Honduras, while Kingston College thrashed Calabar 3-0 to reach the ISSA Walker Cup quarterfinals. Culture: Tributes continue for dancehall and gospel icon Lieutenant Stitchie, who died at 60.
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