Protests in Kingston over NaRRA CEO salary and Digicel headquarters lease
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What happened
Protesters gathered on Duke Street in downtown Kingston on Tuesday afternoon. They voiced concerns regarding the $40 million annual salary of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority CEO and the proposed $115 million lease of Digicel headquarters to house the authority. Protesters also called for the resignation of Minister Horace Chang and Police Commissioner Dr Kevin Blake.
From jamaicaobserver.com
Why it matters
The protests raise questions about government spending and the proposed use of Digicel headquarters for a government authority. This political pressure relates to the National Land Agency and the broader government structure in Jamaica.
From jamaicaobserver.com
Who's involved
- Horace ChangMinister of National Security and Peace, who was called for resignation by protesters.
- KingstonThe downtown location in Kingston where the protests and lease proposal are centered.
- Jamaica Constabulary ForceThe police force of Jamaica, which Minister Horace Chang oversees.
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The entities involved
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Horace Chang
Jamaican politician
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Kingston
capital of Jamaica