AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHousing & Education Relief: The Holness administration says it will cover back-to-school costs for children and families affected by Cooper’s Pen demolitions, prioritising uniforms, textbooks and supplies ahead of classes reopening Sept. 7. School Readiness & Digital Learning: Kingston East MP Phillip Paulwell says the Tablets in Schools Programme is behind schedule and calls for faster delivery of devices to meet the original goals for primary and secondary students. Public Services Update: Tax Administration Jamaica warns RAiS eServices and Jamaica Tax Portal payments (property tax, traffic tickets, fitness fees) will be down Sept. 4 from 7:00–10:00 pm for upgrades. Water & Drought Response: Cabinet has approved an extra $500 million to strengthen Jamaica’s drought response, including MP and municipal support and water-truck funding for schools and health facilities. Regional Governance & AI: Minister Andrew Wheatley urged CARICOM to coordinate AI governance so the region can shape rules that protect citizens. Parliamentary Digital Age: Nevis is represented at the CPA conference in Jamaica, focusing on maintaining parliamentary decorum in the digital era. Justice & Legal Moves: Jamaica’s slavery-reparations push is set to deliver demands to the King in London, seeking legal steps that could strengthen claims. Safety for Students: The JCF is reminding parents and students to prioritise road and commuting safety as the new school year begins.
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