AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHurricane Preparedness: Jamaica is being urged not to relax as the Atlantic season stays relatively quiet, with officials pointing to Hurricane Melissa’s massive damage and warning that local impacts can hit fast regardless of overall storm counts. Infrastructure & Safety: The Port Authority of Jamaica has launched tender steps for engineering design on a mixed-use port at Yallahs (St Thomas) and a marina at Lucea (Hanover), aiming to strengthen disaster resilience and expand port capacity. Community & Housing: Prime Minister Andrew Holness visited Coopers Pen, Trelawny after demolitions and warned new land occupants that squatting won’t be allowed, with relocation options and possible emergency powers on the table. Health & Research: The Heart Institute of the Caribbean is presenting Jamaican cardiovascular research at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2026, including findings tied to Hurricane Melissa. Local Economy & Services: New Kingston’s Business District Renewal Initiative is moving into implementation, bringing partners together to tackle homelessness, safety, sanitation, and the overall environment for businesses and visitors. Fire Response: Firefighters continue cooling operations after a major blaze gutted Superior Auto Parts on Hagley Park Road in St Andrew, with cause still under investigation. Education Support: Hundreds of early childhood educators in St Catherine North Western received help to speed up certification, while back-to-school health fairs in Mandeville and Ocho Rios delivered free dental and medical services.
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