#BudgetDebate2021: Opposition wants more Gov't spending to boost economy

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#BudgetDebate2021: Opposition wants more Gov't spending to boost economy

The Opposition is pushing for the Government to spend $21.5 billion more to accelerate economic growth. In his contribution to the Budget Debate, Julian Robinson, the Opposition spokesman on finance said the additional expenditure would...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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