Extortion still real and current
EXTORTION IN the building industry has become a central issue once again. It is being highlighted alongside other pressing issues such as the high cost of cement, and lack of proper site management and training for craftsmen and women.

Stormy weather The effect of an adverse economic climate
The Financial Gleaner continues the series, 'Anatomy of a crisis', an examination of the 1990's financial sector crisis "In trying to ensure a safe and sound banking system, it is a fundamental error to rely on regulation and supervision alone.

Prospects improve for 'Island Cruiser'
ORDERS ARE flowing in, said Patrick Marzouca. Proving the sceptics wrong, he has not only built a Jamaican car, but exported one to the Bahamas last week.

No US solutions likely to reduce crime problems
A WEEK ago it was reported that the United States of America has recorded another year of decline in reported crimes, on a national basis.

Intellectual property rights affect access to genetic resources
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY rights laws seek to protect and promote creativity and innovativeness of individuals and groups by striking a balance between the rights and interests of the creator on the one hand and the public on the other.

Government moves to improve tax collection
THE REGULATIONS, Legislation and Process Improvement (RLPI) Project, commonly known as the Regs and Legs programme, will be introducing a 'one stop shop' for the issuance of Tax Compliance Certificates...

Private sector takes on Atlanta
PUSHED ENTHUSIASTICALLY by the private business associations and Jam-pro, a trade and investment mission departs for Atlanta in another month to seek out new markets in a city which is one of the fastest growing in the United States.