Sandals Whitehouse probe - 'Cost overruns due largely to change in scope of works'
Contractor General Greg Christie, in his investigations of the Sandals Whitehouse project, has indicated that the US$40 million cost overruns on the project were due largely to changes in the scope of works.
Gorstew Ltd shall bear the cost - Heads of Agreement
The Heads of Agreement states that "Gorstew shall bear the cost of any overrun which is due to instructions given by Gorstew for a change in the design or design brief after the design or design..
John Issa: The nifty photographer
Most people know John Issa as a no-nonsense business tycoon who knows more than a thing or two about running a successful company. But what most people don't know, is that the SuperClubs chairman is quite a nifty .
Houses for 'Ivan' victims
Residents of Portland Cottage in Clarendon, who were victims of storm surges caused by Hurricane Ivan in 2004, are now proud beneficiaries of 50 new double housing units donated by Food for the Poor (FFP)...
Hostel for illegal aliens
Illegal aliens who enter the country and are remanded by the authorities will soon be housed in better conditions as there are plans for the establishment of a hostel in the downtown Kingston area.
Rhodd wants urgent address to Portland's infrastructure
Port Antonio, Portland: The development of the infrastructure is seen as one of the most critical areas which need to be addressed immediately in an effort to encourage economic growth in Portland, according to Member of Parliament for Eastern Portland...
Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) probe well under way
The investigating team conducting the probe into the delayed publication of the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) began working last week. The group, headed by Carlton Samuels, is operating out of the offices of the National Council on Education...
Charter of Rights report wrap-up
A report from the Joint Select Committee of Parliament considering the controversial Charter of Rights Bill is expected to be tabled in Parliament soon. This follows the committee's final meeting on Tuesday.
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