'No to illegal gas stations'
THE MINISTRY of Commerce, Science and Technology is demanding co-operation among gasolene dealers, suppliers and consumers to combat problems being faced with illegal gas stations where product quality and safety are being compromised.
Cash shortage stalls fire hydrant repairs
THE JAMAICA Fire Brigade's islandwide fire hydrant repair programme has stalled because of financial constraints.
Ja's oil bill oozing toward US$700m
JAMAICA'S OIL bill may exceed US$700 million for the fiscal year 2003-2004 if practical steps are not taken to reduce consumption and eliminate waste, says Dr. Jean Dixon, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Commerce, Science and Technology.
Cattle farmers attack GCT charges
WESTERN BUREAU: CATTLE FARMERS say they are worried about the negative effects that the imposition of the General Consumption Tax (GCT) is having on livestock production.
Patterson urges PNP reform
P.J. PATTERSON, Prime Minister and president of the People's National Party, yesterday urged the party to undertake a serious process of restructuring and renewal to make itself more vibrant and to better equip itself to respond...
J'can fishers stranded for 32 years
WESTERN BUREAU: SIXTEEN JAMAICAN fishermen who claim they have been stranded in the Central American country of Nicaragua for from five to 32 years, are seeking help to return home.
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