Iriefm News

Health Ministry implements new accountability regime for UHWI

Health Ministry implements new accountability regime for UHWI - IRIE FM Effective June 1, a new accountability regime will be put in place for the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI).

Audit reveals underutilization of millions in donated Hurricane relief funds

Audit reveals underutilization of millions in donated Hurricane relief funds - IRIE FM Only $26m of the over $1b donated to Jamaica for Hurricane Melissa relief, has been spent, as of February 2026.

National Fisheries Authority issues over 3,000 licences and registration permits during fee waiver initiative

National Fisheries Authority issues over 3,000 licences and registration permits during fee waiver initiative - IRIE FM The waiver, which ended yesterday, was implemented by the NFA to ease financial burdens and support the sector's recovery following Hurricane Melissa last October.The initiative targeted registered fishers in Clarendon, Manchester, St. Elizabeth, Westmoreland, Hanover, St. James, Trelawny, and St. A...