PNP outlines ‘wealth' plan for Jamaicans

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PNP outlines ‘wealth' plan for Jamaicans

A pledge to build 1,300 houses, improve access to water, and provide a tax credit to single mothers are among several proposals the People’s National Party (PNP) has outlined to create wealth for Jamaicans if elected to form the next...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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