AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoLabour Day on the ground: At Haile Selassie High, students and volunteers repainted classrooms and upgraded facilities with support from Petrojam, Scotiabank and Total Tools—turning the holiday theme “One People, One Purpose” into real school improvements. Portmore infrastructure squeeze: The municipality’s Labour Day sidewalk push hit a cement shortage after heavy rainfall disrupted supplies; interim steps allow imports to keep works moving. Public safety push: PM Holness ordered the JCF to review protocols for handling injured and deceased persons, stressing professionalism and compassion. Hurricane outlook: NOAA says the Atlantic season is likely below average thanks to El Niño, but warns storms can still be dangerous. Jamaica’s IP drive: WIPO’s visit led to plans for IP training and updating Jamaica’s IP strategy, aiming to help creatives and MSMEs monetise ideas. Sports & culture: Khadija Shaw signs a record Manchester City deal; and Jamaica’s Labour Day projects also included community beautification and pedestrian safety work.
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