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BPO Jobs on the Horizon

BPO Jobs on the Horizon

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says he's working on seven projects capable of creating employment for thousands of Jamaicans in the Business Process Outsourcing, BPO sector. [audio_mp3...

JFJ Hails Introduction of Police Body Cams

JFJ Hails Introduction of Police Body Cams

Human rights lobby group Jamaicans For Justice, JFJ, is hailing the use of body cameras by members of the Constabulary as a positive development, if its implemented properly. It says the cameras will help to improve accountability and transparency. Police Commissioner...

JTA Not Against Teaching Council Bill

JTA Not Against Teaching Council Bill

Newly installed President of the Jamaica Teachers' Association, JTA, Howard Isaacs, says his members are not against formalising the controversial Teaching Council Bill. But he says the government must continue the dialogue before any decision is made. [audio_mp3...

Section of George Lee Blvd Temporarily Closed

Section of George Lee Blvd Temporarily Closed

The National Works Agency says a section of the George Lee Boulevard in Portmore will be accessible only to single-lane traffic this weekend. It says the closure is to facilitate repairs as part of a $28-million programme. The NWA's Communications Manager is Stephen...