Governance & Integrity: Pressure is building on Prime Minister Andrew Holness over Dr Andrew Wheatley after the Integrity Commission recommended charges tied to alleged illicit enrichment; the PSOJ and the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce both urged action to preserve public confidence and ensure due process. Health Sector: Health Minister Christopher Tufton ordered RHAs and UHWI to complete a 72-hour physical audit of medical interns’ accommodation and to review duty rosters to prevent overwork, following complaints from the JMDA. Road Safety: Transport Minister Daryl Vaz says the demerit point system is set to return, giving delinquent motorists until September 30 to clear outstanding tickets, with 1.1 million unpaid fines on record. Education: St Elizabeth Technical High School is set to restore full classes after about $310 million in repairs; meanwhile, St James stakeholders questioned a proposed boys’ committee after PEP results showed girls outperforming boys. Public Safety Tech: The Jamaica Fire Brigade trained its first drone operators to strengthen firefighting support, search-and-rescue, and disaster assessment. Crime & Security: Police report a record first-half 2026 cocaine haul—over 5,100 kg seized—aimed at disrupting transnational trafficking networks. Regional Diplomacy: Jamaica says it stands ready to support Venezuela after twin earthquakes; CARICOM also pledged solidarity and assistance. Local Politics: PNP mayors distanced themselves from the Government’s beach access plan, saying they were not consulted.