AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPower & Water Crisis: Jamaica’s islandwide blackout has left about 65,000 NWC customers without water as restoration continues, with JPS citing lightning-triggered grid disruption and the Opposition pushing for solar-powered backup to avoid a “single point of failure.” Accountability & Crime Debate: Opposition justice Zuleika Jess renewed calls for systemic policing reform after fatal shootings data, arguing public confidence is being eroded by how officials respond. Housing Funding Fight: In the Senate, Christian Tavares-Finson backed continued NHT drawdowns but warned they shouldn’t become permanent. Labour Policy: Government says a modern National Employment Policy partnership with the ILO is meant to “future-proof” Jamaica’s workforce for tech and climate shocks. Diaspora & Services: Integrated Diaspora Services expanded its Jamaica-focused support, citing rising demand and faster digital transactions. Community & Social Support: Women’s Centre of Jamaica Foundation received $4.5M to strengthen programmes for adolescent mothers. Environment & Cleanup: Kingston Harbour Cleanup Project reported collecting 5.5 million kilos of trash via booms. Sports: Rain washed out the second ODI at Sabina Park; Nia Robinson grabbed bronze on her Diamond League debut.
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