McKenzie warns of tighter enforcement after party boat capsizes in Negril

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McKenzie warns of tighter enforcement after party boat capsizes in Negril

Minister of Local Government Desmond McKenzie has warned that the enforcement of the Disaster Risk Management Act will be intensified as persons continue to attempt to find new ways to host and attend events in breach of the law. The declaration...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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