Rastas gain recognition - Gov't acknowledges religious status
RASTAFARIANS HAVE scored a big victory as the Government for the first time has openly recognised Rastafarianism as a religion in an out-of-court agreement signed yesterday.
Public teacher strike looming
A STRIKE by the island's 20,000 public sector teachers loomed larger last night as negotiations with the Government for improved wage and fringe benefits reached a stalemate.
Bar opposes soldiers getting JCF powers
THE JAMAICAN Bar Association yesterday joined the group of persons and organisations opposing the Government's move to give police powers to members of the army.
DC fingered in Jacks Hill racket
A DISTRICT constable attached to the Denham Town Police Station in West Kingston was picked out in an identification parade on Tuesday as one of several policemen alleged to be involved in an extortion racket.
'Drug link could corrupt politics' - Phillips says narcotics trade 'clear and present danger'
NATIONAL SECURITY Minister, Dr. Peter Phillips, has warned that the island's political system is in danger of being corrupted by drug dealers and other persons involved in illegal activities.
Farmers meet PM today
FARMERS WILL be going to Jamaica House this morning to discuss a number of burning issues with Prime Minister P.J. Patterson.
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