AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism & Investment: Jamaica’s Tourism 3.0 pitch is getting global attention at the World Economic Forum, with Minister Edmund Bartlett calling for a US$10bn Global Tourism Resilience Fund. Hurricane Recovery: PM Holness says $1.2bn is being spent on resilient concrete bases for semi-permanent housing after Hurricane Melissa, arguing cheaper options wouldn’t build long-term strength. Local Governance & Housing: Landlords and tenants are urged to seek early help through the Rent Services Unit to prevent rental disputes from escalating. Health & Care: WRHA reports progress relocating social cases from Cornwall Regional Hospital, reducing numbers from 66 to 57 in two weeks. Justice & Rights: Lawyers threaten protests over the Firearms Act’s mandatory minimums, while a government senator warns against weakening the law. Public Safety: Fire Brigade says drought is slowing responses, with longer mop-up times during bushfire season. Sports & Culture: Jamaica’s robotics team heads to South Korea for FIRST Global Challenge as UJAA marks 10 years of support. Crime: A man wanted in Texas for murder and attempted capital murder was arrested in St. Mary during a J-FAT operation.
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