Newsdesk | Friday June 19th, 2026 - “Accountability, Preparedness, and Public Confidence”
Justice partners strengthen cooperation to improve public safety and security across the Kingdom, while the Inspectorate of Economic and Transport Affairs takes enforcement action by issuing fines and shutting down fuel pumps. Businesses are also impacted after a strong rotten meat odor forces temporary closures in parts of the community.
The Office of Disaster Management urges the construction sector to prepare for hurricane season, and APS announces a pension increase for its members. Meanwhile, the Council of Advice raises concerns about the screening of justice personnel, and Guyana explores a new model for its sugar industry. We also examine whether a vacation dispute involving the CBA points to a broader issue of accountability and governance.
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